Fujifilm SL240 vs Samsung NX100

Below, we are analyzing the Fujifilm SL240 vs Samsung NX100, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies FujiFilm and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm SL240 (14MP) and the NX100 (15MP) is very comparable but the Fujifilm SL240 (1/2.3") and NX100 (APS-C) come with totally different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm SL240 was introduced 16 months later than the NX100 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. The two cameras come with different body type with the Fujifilm SL240 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung NX100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the Fujifilm SL240 matches up vs the NX100 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix SL240 & Samsung NX100. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm SL240 Gallery & Samsung NX100 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm SL240 comes with exterior measurements of 122mm x 93mm x 100mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 3.9") along with a weight of 510 grams (1.12 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX100 has dimensions of 120mm x 71mm x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") along with a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm SL240 versus the NX100.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm SL240 and NX100 is 67 and 88 respectively.

In many cases, it's tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizing purely by seeing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm SL240 and NX100.

Clearly, both of the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm SL240 with its smaller sensor will make getting shallower depth of field trickier and the Samsung NX100 will show greater detail using its extra 1MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm SL240 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.