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Fujifilm X-A1 vs Samsung NX2000

Portability
87
Imaging
58
Features
61
Overall
59
Fujifilm X-A1 front
 
Samsung NX2000 front
Portability
89
Imaging
63
Features
68
Overall
65

Fujifilm X-A1 vs Samsung NX2000 Key Specs

Fujifilm X-A1
(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
  • Introduced November 2013
  • Replacement is Fujifilm X-A2
Samsung NX2000
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 25600
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Samsung NX Mount
  • 228g - 119 x 65 x 36mm
  • Revealed November 2013
  • Old Model is Samsung NX1100
  • Renewed by Samsung NX3000
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Fujifilm X-A1 vs Samsung NX2000 Overview

Following is a detailed assessment of the Fujifilm X-A1 vs Samsung NX2000, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by companies FujiFilm and Samsung. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X-A1 (16MP) and the NX2000 (20MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor size (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-A1 was unveiled about the same time to the NX2000 so they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going into a thorough comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the Fujifilm X-A1 scores against the NX2000 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A1 over the Samsung NX2000

 Fujifilm X-A1 NX2000 
Display typeTiltingFixed Tilting display

Reasons to pick Samsung NX2000 over the Fujifilm X-A1

 NX2000 Fujifilm X-A1 
Display dimensions3.7"3"Larger display (+0.7")
Display resolution1152k920kClearer display (+232k dot)
Touch display Easily navigate

Common features in the Fujifilm X-A1 and Samsung NX2000

 Fujifilm X-A1 NX2000 
RevealedNovember 2013November 2013Same generation
Manually focus Very accurate focus
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen

Fujifilm X-A1 vs Samsung NX2000 Physical Comparison

If you are planning to carry around your camera often, you need to factor its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-A1 comes with external measurements of 117mm x 67mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") with a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX2000 has sizing of 119mm x 65mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.4") along with a weight of 228 grams (0.50 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm X-A1 vs Samsung NX2000 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the Fujifilm X-A1 and the NX2000.

Fujifilm X-A1 vs Samsung NX2000 size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-A1 and NX2000 is 87 and 89 respectively.

Fujifilm X-A1 vs Samsung NX2000 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-A1 vs Samsung NX2000 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it is very difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizes only by going through specifications. The picture underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-A1 and NX2000.

Plainly, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should anticipate the Samsung NX2000 to provide greater detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a bit more aggressively.

Fujifilm X-A1 vs Samsung NX2000 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-A1 vs Samsung NX2000 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-A1 vs Samsung NX2000 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-A1 Portrait photography highlights
Samsung NX2000 Portrait photography highlights
74
you can focus manually
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
supports face detect autofocus
delivers RAW formats
77
you can focus manually
good megapixels (20 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
includes face detection focusing
delivers RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-A1 as a Street photography camera
Samsung NX2000 as a Street photography camera
76
has a tilting screen
decent sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
no image stabilization
77
decent sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
offers focus via touch
lighter than competition (228 grams)
above average high ISO (25,600)
screen does not articulate
no image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-A1 Sports photography information
Samsung NX2000 Sports photography information
54
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
supports tracking focus
slow fps (6.0 frames per second)
no image stabilization
has no phase detect autofocus
61
good megapixels (20MP)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
includes tracking autofocus
no image stabilization
does not have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-A1 Travel photography information
Samsung NX2000 Travel photography information
66
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
lack of Timelapse mode
does not feature selfie friendly screen
72
lighter than competition (228 grams)
offers focus via touch
good megapixels (20MP)
lack of Timelapse recording
does not offer selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-A1 Landscape photography factors
Samsung NX2000 Landscape photography factors
69
you can focus manually
swap lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
nice screen size (3 inch)
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
no image stabilization
lack of Timelapse mode
72
you can focus manually
interchangeable lenses (Samsung NX mount)
lovely big screen (3.7 inches)
good megapixels (20 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
above average high ISO (25,600)
delivers RAW formats
no image stabilization
lack of Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Fujifilm X-A1
Vlogging with Samsung NX2000
31
supports face detect autofocus
video res high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
no image stabilization
lack of microphone jack
35
touchscreen
includes face detection focusing
good video quality (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than competition (228 grams)
does not offer selfie friendly display
no image stabilization
lack of external microphone socket
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Fujifilm X-A1 vs Samsung NX2000 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-A1 and Samsung NX2000
 Fujifilm X-A1Samsung NX2000
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Samsung
Model type Fujifilm X-A1 Samsung NX2000
Class Entry-Level Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Introduced 2013-11-30 2013-11-30
Physical type Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Powered by EXR Processor II -
Sensor type CMOS CMOS
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor measurements 23.6 x 15.6mm 23.5 x 15.7mm
Sensor area 368.2mm² 369.0mm²
Sensor resolution 16MP 20MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4896 x 3264 5472 x 3648
Maximum native ISO 6400 25600
Min native ISO 200 100
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Total focus points 49 21
Lens
Lens mount type Fujifilm X Samsung NX
Number of lenses 54 32
Crop factor 1.5 1.5
Screen
Type of display Tilting Fixed Type
Display size 3 inches 3.7 inches
Display resolution 920k dots 1,152k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Display tech TFT LCD TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 30 seconds 30 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/4000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Continuous shutter rate 6.0 frames/s 8.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 7.00 m (ISO200m) no built-in flash
Flash options Auto / Forced Flash / Suppressed Flash / Slow Synchro / Rear-curtain Synchro / Commander no built-in flash
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Fastest flash synchronize 1/180 seconds 1/180 seconds
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
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. 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1920 x 810 (24 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video format H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
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) 228g (0.50 lbs)
Physical dimensions 117 x 67 x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") 119 x 65 x 36mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.4")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested 75
DXO Color Depth rating not tested 23.4
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested 12.3
DXO Low light rating not tested 908
Other
Battery life 350 pictures 340 pictures
Battery type Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-W126 BP1130
Self timer Yes (10 sec. / 2 sec.) -
Time lapse shooting
Storage type SD memory card / SDHC memory card / SDXC (UHS-I) memory card MicroSD/ MicroSDHC/ MicroSDXC
Card slots 1 1
Cost at release $329 $599