Fujifilm X-A7 vs Samsung NX mini

Below is a complete analysis of the Fujifilm X-A7 versus Samsung NX mini, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by companies FujiFilm and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X-A7 (24MP) and the NX mini (20.5MP) is very close but the Fujifilm X-A7 (APS-C) and NX mini (1") feature different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm X-A7 was unveiled 5 years later than the NX mini and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going straight into a in depth comparison, below is a brief overview of how the Fujifilm X-A7 scores versus the NX mini with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-A7 and Samsung NX mini. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm X-A7 Gallery and Samsung NX mini Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-A7 enjoys external dimensions of 119mm x 68mm x 41mm (4.7" x 2.7" x 1.6") along with a weight of 320 grams (0.71 lbs) and the Samsung NX mini has sizing of 110mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 196 grams (0.43 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm X-A7 versus Samsung NX mini in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm X-A7 versus the NX mini.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-A7 and NX mini is 86 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, it is hard to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements merely by researching a spec sheet. The visual here should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-A7 and NX mini.

As you can see, both of the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X-A7 having a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Fujifilm X-A7 will provide you with greater detail having an extra 3.5MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics much more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm X-A7 should have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.