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Fujifilm X-A3 vs Samsung Galaxy NX

Portability
86
Imaging
66
Features
75
Overall
69
Fujifilm X-A3 front
 
Samsung Galaxy NX front
Portability
82
Imaging
62
Features
76
Overall
67

Fujifilm X-A3 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Key Specs

Fujifilm X-A3
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 200 - 6400 (Boost to 25600)
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 339g - 117 x 67 x 40mm
  • Launched August 2016
  • Superseded the Fujifilm X-A2
  • New Model is Fujifilm X-A5
Samsung Galaxy NX
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 4.8" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 25600
  • 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Samsung NX Mount
  • 495g - 137 x 101 x 26mm
  • Launched June 2013
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Fujifilm X-A3 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Overview

Below is a comprehensive assessment of the Fujifilm X-A3 versus Samsung Galaxy NX, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Samsung. The resolution of the Fujifilm X-A3 (24MP) and the Galaxy NX (20MP) is very comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor size (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-A3 was launched 3 years later than the Galaxy NX and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm X-A3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung Galaxy NX being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the Fujifilm X-A3 scores vs the Galaxy NX in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A3 over the Samsung Galaxy NX

 Fujifilm X-A3 Galaxy NX 
LaunchedAugust 2016June 2013More recent by 39 months
Display typeTiltingFixed Tilting display
Display resolution1040k922kClearer display (+118k dot)
Selfie screen Easy selfies

Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy NX over the Fujifilm X-A3

 Galaxy NX Fujifilm X-A3 
Display sizing4.8"3"Larger display (+1.8")

Common features in the Fujifilm X-A3 and Samsung Galaxy NX

 Fujifilm X-A3 Galaxy NX 
Manual focus Dial exact focusing
Touch display Easily navigate

Fujifilm X-A3 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Physical Comparison

If you're intending to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-A3 offers external measurements of 117mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") with a weight of 339 grams (0.75 lbs) while the Samsung Galaxy NX has proportions of 137mm x 101mm x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") along with a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm X-A3 versus Samsung Galaxy NX in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have at that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm X-A3 vs the Galaxy NX.

Fujifilm X-A3 vs Samsung Galaxy NX size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-A3 and Galaxy NX is 86 and 82 respectively.

Fujifilm X-A3 vs Samsung Galaxy NX top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-A3 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Sensor Comparison

Typically, it is tough to visualize the difference in sensor measurements simply by seeing specifications. The photograph underneath will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-A3 and Galaxy NX.

To sum up, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You can expect to see the Fujifilm X-A3 to provide greater detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images a little more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm X-A3 provides a benefit with regard to sensor tech.

Fujifilm X-A3 vs Samsung Galaxy NX sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-A3 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-A3 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-A3 Portrait photography highlights
Samsung Galaxy NX Portrait photography highlights
79
you can focus manually
decent megapixels (24 megapixels)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
features face detect autofocus
delivers RAW files
77
manual focus
decent megapixels (20MP)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
offers face detection focusing
supports RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-A3 as a Street photography camera
Samsung Galaxy NX as a Street photography camera
79
screen tilts
nice sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
features focus via touch
no image stabilization
68
sensor size is good (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
offers focus by touch
very good ISO range (25,600)
no articulating screen
does not have image stabilization
more heavy than competition (495 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Fujifilm X-A3
Sports photography with Samsung Galaxy NX
64
silent mode (1/32,000s)
decent megapixels (24 megapixels)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
features tracking focus
better than average battery life (410 CIPA)
very slow continuous shooting (6.0 frames per second)
no image stabilization
no phase detect autofocus
72
maximum shutter speed is high (1/6,000s)
decent megapixels (20 megapixels)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
great battery pack (440 per charge)
sensor has phase detect AF
does not have image stabilization
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-A3 as a Travel photography camera
Samsung Galaxy NX as a Travel photography camera
87
better than average battery life (410 per charge)
features focus via touch
decent megapixels (24MP)
built-in flash
selfie friendly display
68
great battery pack (440 shots)
offers focus by touch
decent megapixels (20 megapixels)
flash built-in
doesn't have Timelapse recording
more heavy than competition (495 grams)
screen is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-A3 Landscape photography advice
Samsung Galaxy NX Landscape photography advice
78
you can focus manually
swap lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
nice screen size (3 inches)
decent megapixels (24MP)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
better than average battery life (410 CIPA)
no image stabilization
73
manual focus
swap lenses (Samsung NX mount)
very good size screen (4.8 inches)
decent megapixels (20MP)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
very good ISO range (25,600)
supports RAW formats
great battery pack (440 per charge)
does not have image stabilization
doesn't have Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-A3 Vlogging features
Samsung Galaxy NX Vlogging features
74
selfie friendly display
touchscreen
features face detect autofocus
video res high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
no image stabilization
no microphone jack
34
touchscreen enabled
offers face detection focusing
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
includes external microphone port
screen is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
more heavy than competition (495 grams)
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Fujifilm X-A3 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-A3 and Samsung Galaxy NX
 Fujifilm X-A3Samsung Galaxy NX
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Samsung
Model type Fujifilm X-A3 Samsung Galaxy NX
Category Entry-Level Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Launched 2016-08-25 2013-06-20
Body design Rangefinder-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Powered by EXR Processor II DRIMe IV
Sensor type CMOS CMOS
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor measurements 23.5 x 15.7mm 23.5 x 15.7mm
Sensor area 369.0mm² 369.0mm²
Sensor resolution 24 megapixels 20 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 6000 x 4000 5472 x 3648
Maximum native ISO 6400 25600
Maximum enhanced ISO 25600 -
Lowest native ISO 200 100
RAW images
Lowest enhanced ISO 100 -
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Total focus points 77 -
Lens
Lens support Fujifilm X Samsung NX
Number of lenses 54 32
Crop factor 1.5 1.5
Screen
Screen type Tilting Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3 inches 4.8 inches
Screen resolution 1,040k dot 922k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Screen tech TFT LCD HD TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None Electronic
Features
Min shutter speed 30 seconds 30 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/4000 seconds 1/6000 seconds
Max silent shutter speed 1/32000 seconds -
Continuous shutter speed 6.0fps 9.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 7.00 m (at ISO 200) -
Flash modes 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
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Max flash sync 1/180 seconds 1/180 seconds
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 24p) 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB NP-W126S lithium-ion battery & USB charger USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None BuiltIn
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 339 gr (0.75 pounds) 495 gr (1.09 pounds)
Dimensions 117 x 67 x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") 137 x 101 x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 410 pictures 440 pictures
Type of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-W126 -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 secs) Yes (2 sec to 30 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC card SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots 1 1
Launch price $480 $1,300