Fujifilm X-E1 vs Samsung NX5

Below is a extensive overview of the Fujifilm X-E1 and Samsung NX5, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X-E1 (16MP) and the NX5 (15MP) is pretty close and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-E1 was announced 2 years later than the NX5 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm X-E1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung NX5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise view of how the Fujifilm X-E1 matches up against the NX5 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-E1 & Samsung NX5. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm X-E1 Gallery & Samsung NX5 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-E1 features external measurements of 129mm x 75mm x 38mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) while the Samsung NX5 has specifications of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") and a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm X-E1 and Samsung NX5 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm X-E1 and the NX5.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-E1 and NX5 is 85 and 80 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements just by viewing technical specs. The graphic here will give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-E1 and NX5.

As you have seen, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Fujifilm X-E1 to provide you with extra detail with its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm X-E1 should have an advantage in sensor tech.