Fujifilm X-A1 vs Samsung NX5

Below is a extensive review of the Fujifilm X-A1 vs Samsung NX5, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Samsung. The resolution of the Fujifilm X-A1 (16MP) and the NX5 (15MP) is very well matched and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-A1 was brought out 3 years later than the NX5 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm X-A1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung NX5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a brief view of how the Fujifilm X-A1 grades versus the NX5 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-A1 and Samsung NX5. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-A1 Gallery and Samsung NX5 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-A1 comes with exterior measurements of 117mm x 67mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") along with a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) and the Samsung NX5 has dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") and a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm X-A1 vs the NX5.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-A1 and NX5 is 87 and 80 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements only by checking a spec sheet. The graphic here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-A1 and NX5.

As you can see, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Fujifilm X-A1 to resolve extra detail having its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm X-A1 should have a benefit in sensor technology.