Fujifilm X-A5 vs Samsung NX300

On this page, we will be reviewing the Fujifilm X-A5 and Samsung NX300, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Samsung. The resolution of the Fujifilm X-A5 (24MP) and the NX300 (20MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-A5 was introduced 4 years later than the NX300 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the Fujifilm X-A5 matches up vs the NX300 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-A5 and Samsung NX300. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm X-A5 Gallery and Samsung NX300 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-A5 features outside dimensions of 117mm x 68mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.6") and a weight of 361 grams (0.80 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX300 has sizing 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 out the Fujifilm X-A5 and Samsung NX300 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the Fujifilm X-A5 versus the NX300.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-A5 and NX300 is 86 and 86 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizing merely by checking specs. The photograph below may provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-A5 and NX300.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Fujifilm X-A5 to give greater detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm X-A5 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.