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Fujifilm X-A5 vs Samsung NX1000

Portability
86
Imaging
69
Features
84
Overall
75
Fujifilm X-A5 front
 
Samsung NX1000 front
Portability
90
Imaging
62
Features
60
Overall
61

Fujifilm X-A5 vs Samsung NX1000 Key Specs

Fujifilm X-A5
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Display
  • ISO 200 - 12800 (Increase to 51200)
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 361g - 117 x 68 x 40mm
  • Revealed January 2018
  • Older Model is Fujifilm X-A3
  • Replacement is Fujifilm X-A7
Samsung NX1000
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 12800
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Samsung NX Mount
  • 222g - 114 x 63 x 37mm
  • Launched April 2012
  • Updated by Samsung NX1100
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Fujifilm X-A5 vs Samsung NX1000 Overview

Lets take a deeper look at the Fujifilm X-A5 versus Samsung NX1000, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Samsung. The resolution of the Fujifilm X-A5 (24MP) and the NX1000 (20MP) is very similar and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-A5 was launched 5 years after the NX1000 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a short introduction of how the Fujifilm X-A5 scores against the NX1000 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A5 over the Samsung NX1000

 Fujifilm X-A5 NX1000 
LaunchedJanuary 2018April 2012Newer by 71 months
Display typeTiltingFixed Tilting display
Display resolution1040k921kCrisper display (+119k dot)
Selfie screen Easy selfies
Touch display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Samsung NX1000 over the Fujifilm X-A5

 NX1000 Fujifilm X-A5 

Common features in the Fujifilm X-A5 and Samsung NX1000

 Fujifilm X-A5 NX1000 
Manual focus Dial accurate focusing
Display sizing3"3"Equivalent display measurement

Fujifilm X-A5 vs Samsung NX1000 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-A5 comes with outer measurements of 117mm x 68mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.6") having a weight of 361 grams (0.80 lbs) while the Samsung NX1000 has sizing of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") and a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm X-A5 versus Samsung NX1000 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm X-A5 against the NX1000.

Fujifilm X-A5 vs Samsung NX1000 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-A5 and NX1000 is 86 and 90 respectively.

Fujifilm X-A5 vs Samsung NX1000 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-A5 vs Samsung NX1000 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it is tough to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions merely by going over specifications. The picture here will give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-A5 and NX1000.

Plainly, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should expect to see the Fujifilm X-A5 to offer you extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos far more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm X-A5 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.

Fujifilm X-A5 vs Samsung NX1000 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-A5 vs Samsung NX1000 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-A5 vs Samsung NX1000 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Fujifilm X-A5
Portrait photography with Samsung NX1000
81
you can focus manually
decent megapixels (24 megapixels)
good sensor size (APS-C)
offers face detect autofocus
saves RAW formats
77
you can focus manually
MP count good (20MP)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
comes with face detection autofocus
supports RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-A5 Street photography factors
Samsung NX1000 Street photography factors
80
screen tilts
good sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
supports focus via touch
no image stabilization
73
nice sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
lighter than average in class (222g)
screen is fixed
no image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-A5 Sports photography advice
Samsung NX1000 Sports photography advice
72
silent mode (1/32,000 seconds)
decent megapixels (24 megapixels)
good sensor size (APS-C)
offers tracking focus
good battery (450 per charge)
supports phase detect autofocus
continuous shooting slow (6.0 fps)
no image stabilization
56
MP count good (20MP)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
no image stabilization
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-A5 as a Travel photography camera
Samsung NX1000 as a Travel photography camera
88
good battery (450 per charge)
has bluetooth
supports focus via touch
decent megapixels (24 megapixels)
has built in flash
selfie friendly screen
68
lighter than average in class (222g)
MP count good (20 megapixels)
missing Timelapse recording
does not contain selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-A5 Landscape photography info
Samsung NX1000 Landscape photography info
79
you can focus manually
swap lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
decent sized screen (3")
decent megapixels (24MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
good battery (450 per charge)
no image stabilization
71
you can focus manually
switch lenses (Samsung NX mount)
pretty good screen size (3 inches)
MP count good (20MP)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
no image stabilization
missing Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-A5 Vlogging advice
Samsung NX1000 Vlogging advice
81
selfie friendly screen
built-in touchscreen
offers face detect autofocus
video res high (3840 x 2160 resolution)
comes with microphone jack
no image stabilization
34
comes with face detection autofocus
video res high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
lighter than average in class (222 grams)
does not contain selfie friendly display
no image stabilization
missing external microphone port
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Fujifilm X-A5 vs Samsung NX1000 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-A5 and Samsung NX1000
 Fujifilm X-A5Samsung NX1000
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Samsung
Model type Fujifilm X-A5 Samsung NX1000
Type Entry-Level Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Revealed 2018-01-31 2012-04-19
Body design Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
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 megapixel 20 megapixel
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 12800 12800
Max enhanced ISO 51200 -
Lowest native ISO 200 100
RAW photos
Lowest enhanced ISO 100 -
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Total focus points 91 15
Lens
Lens support Fujifilm X Samsung NX
Number of lenses 54 32
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1.5
Screen
Range of display Tilting Fixed Type
Display size 3 inch 3 inch
Display resolution 1,040 thousand dot 921 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Display tech - TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 30s 30s
Max shutter speed 1/4000s 1/4000s
Max quiet shutter speed 1/32000s -
Continuous shutter speed 6.0 frames/s 8.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 5.70 m (at ISO 200) no built-in flash
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
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Max flash sync 1/180s 1/180s
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 3840 x 2160 (15p), 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 24, 23.98p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 24p, 23.98p) 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1920 x 810 (24 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 3840x2160 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 Optional
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 361g (0.80 pounds) 222g (0.49 pounds)
Dimensions 117 x 68 x 40mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.6") 114 x 63 x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested 72
DXO Color Depth rating not tested 22.8
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested 12.4
DXO Low light rating not tested 840
Other
Battery life 450 shots 320 shots
Battery form Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-W126S BC1030
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 secs) Yes (2 sec to 30 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I supported) SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots Single Single
Retail price $500 $388