Fujifilm X-E1 vs Samsung NX300M
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Fujifilm X-E1 vs Samsung NX300M Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Push to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 350g - 129 x 75 x 38mm
- Released February 2013
- Updated by Fujifilm X-E2
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 331g - 122 x 64 x 41mm
- Announced January 2013

Fujifilm X-E1 vs Samsung NX300M Overview
Here is a thorough analysis of the Fujifilm X-E1 versus Samsung NX300M, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by brands FujiFilm and Samsung. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X-E1 (16MP) and the NX300M (20MP) is fairly close and they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

The Fujifilm X-E1 was brought out 2 months later than the NX300M which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before going through a full comparison, below is a brief view of how the Fujifilm X-E1 matches up versus the NX300M with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm X-E1 vs Samsung NX300M Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-E1 and Samsung NX300M. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-E1 Gallery and Samsung NX300M Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E1 over the Samsung NX300M
Fujifilm X-E1 | NX300M |
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Reasons to pick Samsung NX300M over the Fujifilm X-E1
NX300M | Fujifilm X-E1 | |||
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Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display dimension | 3.3" | ![]() | 2.8" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 768k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper display (+308k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-E1 and Samsung NX300M
Fujifilm X-E1 | NX300M | |||
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Announced | February 2013 | ![]() | January 2013 | Same generation |
Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen |
Fujifilm X-E1 vs Samsung NX300M Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-E1 offers outside dimensions of 129mm x 75mm x 38mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") having a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX300M has sizing of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") with a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs).
See the Fujifilm X-E1 versus Samsung NX300M in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm X-E1 against the NX300M.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-E1 and NX300M is 85 and 86 respectively.

Fujifilm X-E1 vs Samsung NX300M Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be tough to see the contrast in sensor sizing merely by researching a spec sheet. The visual underneath should offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-E1 and NX300M.
As you can see, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Samsung NX300M to render more detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics somewhat more aggressively.

Fujifilm X-E1 vs Samsung NX300M Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm X-E1 vs Samsung NX300M Specifications
Fujifilm X-E1 | Samsung NX300M | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Samsung |
Model | Fujifilm X-E1 | Samsung NX300M |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2013-02-28 | 2013-01-03 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | EXR Pro | DRIMe IV |
Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS I | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 368.2mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 5472 x 3648 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
Highest boosted ISO | 25600 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 247 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Fujifilm X | Samsung NX |
Number of lenses | 54 | 32 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen size | 2.8" | 3.3" |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dots | 768 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD monitor | Active Matrix OLED screen |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/6000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 6.0fps | 9.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear-curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/180 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (24 fps) | 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 350g (0.77 lb) | 331g (0.73 lb) |
Dimensions | 129 x 75 x 38mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") | 122 x 64 x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 pictures | 330 pictures |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | W126 | BP1130 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $600 | $699 |