Fujifilm X-E1 vs Samsung NX1000

The following is a extended comparison of the Fujifilm X-E1 versus Samsung NX1000, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by companies FujiFilm and Samsung. The resolution of the Fujifilm X-E1 (16MP) and the NX1000 (20MP) is relatively close and they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-E1 was launched 11 months after the NX1000 so they are of a similar age. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting through a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple summation of how the Fujifilm X-E1 grades against the NX1000 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-E1 & Samsung NX1000. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm X-E1 Gallery & Samsung NX1000 Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-E1 has physical dimensions of 129mm x 75mm x 38mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") with a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX1000 has dimensions of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm X-E1 versus the NX1000.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-E1 and NX1000 is 85 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, its difficult to envision the gap in sensor dimensions simply by viewing specifications. The image here may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-E1 and NX1000.

To sum up, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Samsung NX1000 to result in greater detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots much more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm X-E1 will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.