Fujifilm X-A5 vs Samsung NX10

On this page, we are evaluating the Fujifilm X-A5 versus Samsung NX10, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Samsung. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A5 (24MP) and NX10 (15MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor size (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-A5 was brought out 7 years after the NX10 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm X-A5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung NX10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief summation of how the Fujifilm X-A5 matches up against the NX10 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-A5 and Samsung NX10. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-A5 Gallery and Samsung NX10 Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-A5 features outside measurements of 117mm x 68mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.6") along with a weight of 361 grams (0.80 lbs) while the Samsung NX10 has measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") and a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm X-A5 versus Samsung NX10 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use during that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the Fujifilm X-A5 compared to the NX10.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-A5 and NX10 is 86 and 80 respectively.

Usually, it is very hard to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions just by checking specs. The picture below will give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-A5 and NX10.

All in all, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should anticipate the Fujifilm X-A5 to resolve more detail having its extra 9MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images a bit more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm X-A5 should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.