Fujifilm X-A5 vs Samsung NX300
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Fujifilm X-A5 vs Samsung NX300 Key Specs
(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
- Launched January 2018
- Superseded the Fujifilm X-A3
- Successor is Fujifilm X-A7
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 331g - 122 x 64 x 41mm
- Launched November 2013
- Older Model is Samsung NX210
- Later Model is Samsung NX500

Fujifilm X-A5 vs Samsung NX300 Overview
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).

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.

Fujifilm X-A5 vs Samsung NX300 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A5 over the Samsung NX300
Fujifilm X-A5 | NX300 | |||
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Launched | January 2018 | ![]() | November 2013 | Fresher by 51 months |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 768k | Crisper screen (+272k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX300 over the Fujifilm X-A5
NX300 | Fujifilm X-A5 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3.3" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-A5 and Samsung NX300
Fujifilm X-A5 | NX300 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting screen |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Fujifilm X-A5 vs Samsung NX300 Physical Comparison
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.

Fujifilm X-A5 vs Samsung NX300 Sensor Comparison
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.

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Fujifilm X-A5 vs Samsung NX300 Specifications
Fujifilm X-A5 | Samsung NX300 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Samsung |
Model type | Fujifilm X-A5 | Samsung NX300 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2018-01-31 | 2013-11-24 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | 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 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 5472 x 3648 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 51200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 91 | 247 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Fujifilm X | Samsung NX |
Available lenses | 54 | 32 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting |
Display size | 3 inches | 3.3 inches |
Display resolution | 1,040k dot | 768k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | - | Active Matrix OLED screen |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/6000s |
Maximum quiet shutter speed | 1/32000s | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 6.0 frames/s | 9.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.70 m (at ISO 200) | no built-in flash |
Flash options | 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 | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum 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, 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | 361 gr (0.80 lbs) | 331 gr (0.73 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 117 x 68 x 40mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.6") | 122 x 64 x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 76 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.6 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.7 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 942 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 450 photos | 330 photos |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-W126S | BP1130 |
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 | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $500 | $750 |