Fujifilm X-A2 vs Samsung NX300
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Fujifilm X-A2 vs Samsung NX300 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 6400 (Boost to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 350g - 117 x 67 x 40mm
- Revealed January 2015
- Superseded the Fujifilm X-A1
- New Model is Fujifilm X-A3
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 331g - 122 x 64 x 41mm
- Released November 2013
- Superseded the Samsung NX210
- Refreshed by Samsung NX500

Fujifilm X-A2 vs Samsung NX300 Overview
Below is a comprehensive overview of the Fujifilm X-A2 versus Samsung NX300, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X-A2 (16MP) and the NX300 (20MP) is pretty similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (APS-C).

The Fujifilm X-A2 was announced 14 months later than the NX300 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short summary of how the Fujifilm X-A2 grades vs the NX300 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Fujifilm X-A2 vs Samsung NX300 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-A2 and Samsung NX300. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-A2 Gallery and Samsung NX300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A2 over the Samsung NX300
Fujifilm X-A2 | NX300 | |||
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Released | January 2015 | ![]() | November 2013 | More recent by 14 months |
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 768k | Crisper screen (+152k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX300 over the Fujifilm X-A2
NX300 | Fujifilm X-A2 | |||
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Screen size | 3.3" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-A2 and Samsung NX300
Fujifilm X-A2 | NX300 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting screen |
Fujifilm X-A2 vs Samsung NX300 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-A2 comes with physical dimensions of 117mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") along with a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX300 has specifications of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs).
Check the Fujifilm X-A2 versus Samsung NX300 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm X-A2 vs the NX300.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-A2 and NX300 is 86 and 86 respectively.

Fujifilm X-A2 vs Samsung NX300 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its difficult to visualize the gap between sensor measurements merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-A2 and NX300.
As you can see, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should expect the Samsung NX300 to offer you extra detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm X-A2 provides an advantage with regard to sensor technology.

Fujifilm X-A2 vs Samsung NX300 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm X-A2 vs Samsung NX300 Specifications
Fujifilm X-A2 | Samsung NX300 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Samsung |
Model type | Fujifilm X-A2 | Samsung NX300 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2015-01-14 | 2013-11-24 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | EXR Processor II | DRIMe IV |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface 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 |
Peak resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 5472 x 3648 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 25600 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 49 | 247 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Fujifilm X | Samsung NX |
Total lenses | 54 | 32 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3.3 inches |
Screen resolution | 920k dots | 768k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | Active Matrix OLED screen |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/6000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 5.6 frames/s | 9.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m (at ISO 200) | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, flash on, flash off, slow synchro, rear-curtain synchro, commander | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/180s | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p) | 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | 350 grams (0.77 lb) | 331 grams (0.73 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 117 x 67 x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") | 122 x 64 x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 76 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.6 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.7 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 942 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 410 photos | 330 photos |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-W126 | BP1130 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $370 | $750 |