Fujifilm X-E1 vs Samsung NX3000

Let's look more closely at the Fujifilm X-E1 vs Samsung NX3000, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Samsung. The resolution of the Fujifilm X-E1 (16MP) and the NX3000 (20MP) is very comparable and they feature the exact same sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-E1 was released 15 months earlier than the NX3000 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the Fujifilm X-E1 grades versus the NX3000 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-E1 & Samsung NX3000. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-E1 Gallery & Samsung NX3000 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-E1 has outside measurements of 129mm x 75mm x 38mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") with a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) and the Samsung NX3000 has measurements of 117mm x 66mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm X-E1 vs Samsung NX3000 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm X-E1 versus the NX3000.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-E1 and NX3000 is 85 and 89 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizes just by going through a spec sheet. The pic here should give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-E1 and NX3000.

Clearly, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Samsung NX3000 to produce more detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos much more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm X-E1 will be behind in sensor technology.