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Fujifilm X-A7 vs Samsung Galaxy NX

Portability
86
Imaging
69
Features
84
Overall
75
Fujifilm X-A7 front
 
Samsung Galaxy NX front
Portability
82
Imaging
62
Features
76
Overall
67

Fujifilm X-A7 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Key Specs

Fujifilm X-A7
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3.5" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 100 - 12800 (Increase to 25600)
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 320g - 119 x 68 x 41mm
  • Released September 2019
  • Older Model is Fujifilm X-A5
Samsung Galaxy NX
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 4.8" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 25600
  • 1/6000s Max Shutter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Samsung NX Mount
  • 495g - 137 x 101 x 26mm
  • Introduced June 2013
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Fujifilm X-A7 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Overview

In this article, we will be reviewing the Fujifilm X-A7 and Samsung Galaxy NX, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Samsung. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X-A7 (24MP) and the Galaxy NX (20MP) is pretty close and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-A7 was unveiled 6 years after the Galaxy NX which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm X-A7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung Galaxy NX being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving through a thorough comparison, below is a concise summary of how the Fujifilm X-A7 grades vs the Galaxy NX in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A7 over the Samsung Galaxy NX

 Fujifilm X-A7 Galaxy NX 
IntroducedSeptember 2019June 2013More modern by 76 months
Screen typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating screen
Screen resolution2760k922kSharper screen (+1838k dot)
Selfie screen Easy selfies

Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy NX over the Fujifilm X-A7

 Galaxy NX Fujifilm X-A7 
Screen sizing4.8"3.5"Bigger screen (+1.3")

Common features in the Fujifilm X-A7 and Samsung Galaxy NX

 Fujifilm X-A7 Galaxy NX 
Focus manually More accurate focus
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Fujifilm X-A7 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Physical Comparison

When you are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-A7 features external measurements of 119mm x 68mm x 41mm (4.7" x 2.7" x 1.6") with a weight of 320 grams (0.71 lbs) while the Samsung Galaxy NX has sizing of 137mm x 101mm x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") with a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs).

Check the Fujifilm X-A7 and Samsung Galaxy NX in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm X-A7 vs the Galaxy NX.

Fujifilm X-A7 vs Samsung Galaxy NX size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-A7 and Galaxy NX is 86 and 82 respectively.

Fujifilm X-A7 vs Samsung Galaxy NX top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-A7 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Sensor Comparison

Typically, it's difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes simply by viewing specs. The image below may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-A7 and Galaxy NX.

All in all, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Fujifilm X-A7 to provide you with greater detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm X-A7 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.

Fujifilm X-A7 vs Samsung Galaxy NX sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-A7 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-A7 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-A7 Portrait photography highlights
Samsung Galaxy NX Portrait photography highlights
81
manual focus
decent MP (24MP)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
features face detect focus
exports RAW formats
77
you can focus manually
decent MP (20MP)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
comes with face detect autofocus
exports RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-A7 as a Street photography camera
Samsung Galaxy NX as a Street photography camera
80
screen can move to multiple angles
sensor size is good (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
provides touch to focus
no image stabilization
68
nice sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
supports focus via touch
very good high ISO (25,600)
fixed screen
does not have image stabilization
heavier than average in class (495 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-A7 as a Sports photography camera
Samsung Galaxy NX as a Sports photography camera
72
silent shooting (1/32,000s)
decent MP (24 megapixels)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
features tracking focus
better than average battery power (440 CIPA)
comes with phase detect auto focus
painfully slow continuous shooting (6.0 fps)
no image stabilization
72
high shutter speed (1/6,000 seconds)
decent MP (20MP)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
great battery power (440 per charge)
supports phase detect autofocus
does not have image stabilization
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-A7 as a Travel photography camera
Samsung Galaxy NX as a Travel photography camera
88
better than average battery power (440 shots)
has bluetooth
provides touch to focus
decent MP (24MP)
built-in flash
selfie friendly display
68
great battery power (440 CIPA)
supports focus via touch
decent MP (20MP)
built-in flash
lack of Time Lapse function
heavier than average in class (495g)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-A7 Landscape photography info
Samsung Galaxy NX Landscape photography info
79
manual focus
swap lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
big screen (3.5 inches)
decent MP (24MP)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
better than average battery power (440 per charge)
no image stabilization
73
you can focus manually
change lenses (Samsung NX mount)
screen larger than average (4.8")
decent MP (20 megapixels)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
very good high ISO (25,600)
exports RAW formats
great battery power (440 CIPA)
does not have image stabilization
lack of Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-A7 Vlogging info
Samsung Galaxy NX Vlogging info
81
selfie friendly display
touchscreen enabled
features face detect focus
high res video (3840 x 2160 pxls)
does have microphone port
no image stabilization
34
touchscreen enabled
comes with face detect autofocus
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
comes with mic port
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
does not have image stabilization
heavier than average in class (495g)
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Fujifilm X-A7 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-A7 and Samsung Galaxy NX
 Fujifilm X-A7Samsung Galaxy NX
General Information
Company FujiFilm Samsung
Model type Fujifilm X-A7 Samsung Galaxy NX
Category Entry-Level Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Released 2019-09-11 2013-06-20
Body design Rangefinder-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor - DRIMe IV
Sensor type CMOS CMOS
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor dimensions 23.5 x 15.7mm 23.5 x 15.7mm
Sensor area 369.0mm² 369.0mm²
Sensor resolution 24MP 20MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 6000 x 4000 5472 x 3648
Max native ISO 12800 25600
Max boosted ISO 25600 -
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Total focus points 425 -
Lens
Lens support Fujifilm X Samsung NX
Available lenses 54 32
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1.5
Screen
Screen type Fully Articulated Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3.5 inches 4.8 inches
Resolution of screen 2,760k dot 922k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Screen technology - HD TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None Electronic
Features
Lowest shutter speed 30s 30s
Highest shutter speed 1/4000s 1/6000s
Highest silent shutter speed 1/32000s -
Continuous shooting speed 6.0 frames/s 9.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 4.00 m (at ISO 100) -
Flash settings Auto, forced, slow synchro, 2nd curtain, commander, suppressed) Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Highest flash sync 1/180s 1/180s
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240
Max video resolution 3840x2160 1920x1080
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Mic 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 BuiltIn
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 320 gr (0.71 pounds) 495 gr (1.09 pounds)
Dimensions 119 x 68 x 41mm (4.7" x 2.7" x 1.6") 137 x 101 x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 440 photographs 440 photographs
Battery form Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-W126S -
Self timer Yes Yes (2 sec to 30 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I supported) SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots 1 1
Launch price $700 $1,300