Fujifilm X-E2 vs Samsung NX mini
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73 Overall
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Fujifilm X-E2 vs Samsung NX mini Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 350g - 129 x 75 x 37mm
- Announced March 2014
- Earlier Model is Fujifilm X-E1
- New Model is Fujifilm X-E2S
(Full Review)
- 20.5MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 160 - 12800 (Boost to 25600)
- 1/16000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX-M Mount
- 196g - 110 x 62 x 23mm
- Launched March 2014
Fujifilm X-E2 vs Samsung NX mini Overview
Its time to look more closely at the Fujifilm X-E2 versus Samsung NX mini, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Samsung. There is a crucial difference between the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-E2 (16MP) and NX mini (20.5MP) and the Fujifilm X-E2 (APS-C) and NX mini (1") provide different sensor sizes.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe Fujifilm X-E2 was unveiled at a similar time to the NX mini and they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the Fujifilm X-E2 scores versus the NX mini in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Fujifilm X-E2 vs Samsung NX mini Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-E2 and Samsung NX mini. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm X-E2 Gallery and Samsung NX mini Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E2 over the Samsung NX mini
Fujifilm X-E2 | NX mini | |||
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Screen resolution | 1040k | 461k | Crisper screen (+579k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX mini over the Fujifilm X-E2
NX mini | Fujifilm X-E2 | |||
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Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-E2 and Samsung NX mini
Fujifilm X-E2 | NX mini | |||
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Launched | March 2014 | March 2014 | Similar generation | |
Manual focus | More accurate focus | |||
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen |
Fujifilm X-E2 vs Samsung NX mini Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-E2 has got physical dimensions of 129mm x 75mm x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") and a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) while the Samsung NX mini has dimensions of 110mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 196 grams (0.43 lbs).
Check the Fujifilm X-E2 versus Samsung NX mini in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm X-E2 vs the NX mini.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-E2 and NX mini is 85 and 93 respectively.
Fujifilm X-E2 vs Samsung NX mini Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its difficult to imagine the gap between sensor measurements merely by reading specifications. The visual below may give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-E2 and NX mini.
To sum up, both of the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X-E2 with its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Samsung NX mini will offer greater detail having an extra 4.5 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures way more aggressively.
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Fujifilm X-E2 vs Samsung NX mini Specifications
Fujifilm X-E2 | Samsung NX mini | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Samsung |
Model type | Fujifilm X-E2 | Samsung NX mini |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2014-03-05 | 2014-03-19 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | EXR Processor II | - |
Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS II | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1" |
Sensor measurements | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor area | 368.2mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 20.5MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 5472 x 3648 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 160 |
RAW pictures | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 49 | 21 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Fujifilm X | Samsung NX-M |
Available lenses | 54 | 2 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 1,040 thousand dots | 461 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | TFT color LCD monitor | TFT-LCD (180 degree tilt) |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/16000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 7.0 frames/s | 6.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m (@ ISO 200) | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear-curtain | Smart Flash, auto, auto + redeye reduction, fill-in, fill-in + redeye reduction, 1st curtain, 2nd curtain |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/180 seconds | 1/200 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) | 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 (all 30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 350 gr (0.77 lbs) | 196 gr (0.43 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 129 x 75 x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") | 110 x 62 x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 shots | 650 shots |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | W126 | B740 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2-30 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $450 | $530 |