Fujifilm X-E2 vs Samsung NX1000
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Fujifilm X-E2 vs Samsung NX1000 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 350g - 129 x 75 x 37mm
- Released March 2014
- Replaced the Fujifilm X-E1
- Refreshed by Fujifilm X-E2S
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 222g - 114 x 63 x 37mm
- Released April 2012
- Newer Model is Samsung NX1100

Fujifilm X-E2 vs Samsung NX1000 Overview
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).

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.

Fujifilm X-E2 vs Samsung NX1000 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E2 over the Samsung NX1000
Fujifilm X-E2 | NX1000 | |||
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Released | March 2014 | ![]() | April 2012 | More recent by 23 months |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 921k | Crisper display (+119k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX1000 over the Fujifilm X-E2
NX1000 | Fujifilm X-E2 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X-E2 and Samsung NX1000
Fujifilm X-E2 | NX1000 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | No Touch display |
Fujifilm X-E2 vs Samsung NX1000 Physical Comparison
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.

Fujifilm X-E2 vs Samsung NX1000 Sensor Comparison
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.

Fujifilm X-E2 vs Samsung NX1000 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm X-E2 vs Samsung NX1000 Specifications
Fujifilm X-E2 | Samsung NX1000 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Samsung |
Model | Fujifilm X-E2 | Samsung NX1000 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2014-03-05 | 2012-04-19 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | EXR Processor II | - |
Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS II | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 368.2mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 20MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 5472 x 3648 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 49 | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Fujifilm X | Samsung NX |
Number of lenses | 54 | 32 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,040 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD monitor | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 7.0fps | 8.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m (@ ISO 200) | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear-curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/180 seconds | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1920 x 810 (24 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 350 gr (0.77 lb) | 222 gr (0.49 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 129 x 75 x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") | 114 x 63 x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 72 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.8 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.4 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 840 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 photos | 320 photos |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | W126 | BC1030 |
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 |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $450 | $388 |