Fujifilm X-A3 vs Samsung NX mini
86 Imaging
66 Features
75 Overall
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93 Imaging
51 Features
68 Overall
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Fujifilm X-A3 vs Samsung NX mini Key Specs
(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
- Announced August 2016
- Older Model is Fujifilm X-A2
- Successor is Fujifilm X-A5
(Full Review)
- 20.5MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 160 - 12800 (Bump to 25600)
- 1/16000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX-M Mount
- 196g - 110 x 62 x 23mm
- Launched March 2014
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The following is a comprehensive assessment of the Fujifilm X-A3 versus Samsung NX mini, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X-A3 (24MP) and the NX mini (20.5MP) is very similar but the Fujifilm X-A3 (APS-C) and NX mini (1") offer different sensor dimensions.
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Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a short introduction of how the Fujifilm X-A3 scores against the NX mini when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Photography Glossary Fujifilm X-A3 vs Samsung NX mini Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-A3 & Samsung NX mini. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-A3 Gallery & Samsung NX mini Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A3 over the Samsung NX mini
| Fujifilm X-A3 | NX mini | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | August 2016 | March 2014 | Newer by 30 months | |
| Display resolution | 1040k | 461k | Crisper display (+579k dot) | |
| Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX mini over the Fujifilm X-A3
| NX mini | Fujifilm X-A3 |
|---|
Common features in the Fujifilm X-A3 and Samsung NX mini
| Fujifilm X-A3 | NX mini | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually | Dial exact focusing | |||
| Display type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting display | |
| Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display sizing | |
| Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Fujifilm X-A3 vs Samsung NX mini Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to travel with your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-A3 provides exterior dimensions of 117mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") along with a weight of 339 grams (0.75 lbs) while the Samsung NX mini has proportions of 110mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 196 grams (0.43 lbs).
Check out the Fujifilm X-A3 versus Samsung NX mini in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you select at the time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm X-A3 and the NX mini.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-A3 and NX mini is 86 and 93 respectively.
Fujifilm X-A3 vs Samsung NX mini Sensor Comparison
Generally, its hard to picture the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reading a spec sheet. The image below should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-A3 and NX mini.
Clearly, both cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-A3 due to its larger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Fujifilm X-A3 will deliver greater detail having its extra 3.5MP. Greater resolution will let you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm X-A3 provides an advantage in sensor innovation.
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Fujifilm X-A3 vs Samsung NX mini Specifications
| Fujifilm X-A3 | Samsung NX mini | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | FujiFilm | Samsung |
| Model type | Fujifilm X-A3 | Samsung NX mini |
| Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Announced | 2016-08-25 | 2014-03-19 |
| Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | EXR Processor II | - |
| Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | APS-C | 1" |
| Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
| Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 116.2mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 24MP | 20.5MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 5472 x 3648 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
| Max enhanced ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
| Minimum native ISO | 200 | 160 |
| RAW data | ||
| Minimum enhanced ISO | 100 | 100 |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| Single AF | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Total focus points | 77 | 21 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | Fujifilm X | Samsung NX-M |
| Total lenses | 54 | 2 |
| Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.7 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Tilting | Tilting |
| Screen size | 3" | 3" |
| Screen resolution | 1,040 thousand dot | 461 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Screen tech | TFT LCD | TFT-LCD (180 degree tilt) |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
| Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/16000s |
| Max silent shutter speed | 1/32000s | - |
| Continuous shutter speed | 6.0 frames/s | 6.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 7.00 m (at ISO 200) | - |
| Flash settings | Auto, flash on, flash off, slow synchro, rear-curtain synchro, commander | Smart Flash, auto, auto + redeye reduction, fill-in, fill-in + redeye reduction, 1st curtain, 2nd curtain |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Max flash sync | 1/180s | 1/200s |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported 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 (all 30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data 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 | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 339 gr (0.75 pounds) | 196 gr (0.43 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 117 x 67 x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") | 110 x 62 x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
| 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 shots | 650 shots |
| Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | NP-W126 | B740 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2-30 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Cost at release | $480 | $530 |