Fujifilm X-A1 vs Samsung NX11
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Fujifilm X-A1 vs Samsung NX11 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 330g - 117 x 67 x 39mm
- Launched November 2013
- Later Model is Fujifilm X-A2
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 499g - 123 x 87 x 40mm
- Revealed December 2010
- Superseded the Samsung NX10
- Renewed by Samsung NX20

Fujifilm X-A1 vs Samsung NX11 Overview
On this page, we will be analyzing the Fujifilm X-A1 and Samsung NX11, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by brands FujiFilm and Samsung. The resolution of the Fujifilm X-A1 (16MP) and the NX11 (15MP) is relatively close and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (APS-C).

The Fujifilm X-A1 was manufactured 2 years later than the NX11 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm X-A1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung NX11 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief summation of how the Fujifilm X-A1 scores vs the NX11 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Fujifilm X-A1 vs Samsung NX11 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-A1 and Samsung NX11. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm X-A1 Gallery and Samsung NX11 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A1 over the Samsung NX11
Fujifilm X-A1 | NX11 | |||
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Revealed | November 2013 | ![]() | December 2010 | More recent by 36 months |
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 614k | Crisper screen (+306k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX11 over the Fujifilm X-A1
NX11 | Fujifilm X-A1 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X-A1 and Samsung NX11
Fujifilm X-A1 | NX11 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither has Touch friendly screen |
Fujifilm X-A1 vs Samsung NX11 Physical Comparison
When you are going to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-A1 has external measurements of 117mm x 67mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX11 has proportions of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") with a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).
Examine the Fujifilm X-A1 and Samsung NX11 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm X-A1 vs the NX11.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-A1 and NX11 is 87 and 80 respectively.

Fujifilm X-A1 vs Samsung NX11 Sensor Comparison
Often, it's tough to visualize the gap in sensor measurements just by viewing a spec sheet. The graphic here may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-A1 and NX11.
Clearly, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should count on the Fujifilm X-A1 to render more detail due to its extra 1MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm X-A1 provides a benefit in sensor tech.

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Fujifilm X-A1 vs Samsung NX11 Specifications
Fujifilm X-A1 | Samsung NX11 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Samsung |
Model type | Fujifilm X-A1 | Samsung NX11 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2013-11-30 | 2010-12-28 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | EXR Processor II | DRIM Engine |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 368.2mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 15MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 4592 x 3056 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 49 | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Fujifilm X | Samsung NX |
Total lenses | 54 | 32 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 920k dots | 614k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD | Active Matrix OLED screen |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 6.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m (ISO200m) | 11.00 m |
Flash options | Auto / Forced Flash / Suppressed Flash / Slow Synchro / Rear-curtain Synchro / Commander | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/180 secs | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 30p, Continuous recording: up to approx. 14 min./1280 x 720 30p, Continuous recording: up to approx. 27 min. | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 330g (0.73 lbs) | 499g (1.10 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 117 x 67 x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") | 123 x 87 x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 63 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.7 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.8 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 553 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 photos | 400 photos |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-W126 | BP1130 |
Self timer | Yes (10 sec. / 2 sec.) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD memory card / SDHC memory card / SDXC (UHS-I) memory card | SD/SDHC |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail price | $329 | $626 |