Fujifilm X-E2 vs Samsung NX1000

On this page, we are evaluating the Fujifilm X-E2 versus Samsung NX1000, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X-E2 (16MP) and the NX1000 (20MP) is fairly close and both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-E2 was released 23 months later than the NX1000 making them a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting straight to a full comparison, here is a short view of how the Fujifilm X-E2 grades versus the NX1000 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-E2 & Samsung NX1000. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-E2 Gallery & Samsung NX1000 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-E2 offers outer measurements of 129mm x 75mm x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") along with a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX1000 has proportions of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") and a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm X-E2 versus Samsung NX1000 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm X-E2 compared to the NX1000.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-E2 and NX1000 is 85 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it can be hard to see the contrast in sensor measurements merely by looking through specifications. The photograph underneath may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-E2 and NX1000.

To sum up, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Samsung NX1000 to render more detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm X-E2 is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.