Fujifilm X-E2 vs Samsung NX300
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Fujifilm X-E2 vs Samsung NX300 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
- Launched March 2014
- Earlier Model is Fujifilm X-E1
- Renewed by Fujifilm X-E2S
(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 November 2013
- Superseded the Samsung NX210
- Refreshed by Samsung NX500

Fujifilm X-E2 vs Samsung NX300 Overview
Below, we are looking at the Fujifilm X-E2 vs Samsung NX300, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Samsung. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X-E2 (16MP) and the NX300 (20MP) is fairly similar and they feature the exact same sensor sizes (APS-C).

The Fujifilm X-E2 was launched 4 months after the NX300 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before getting through a detailed comparison, below is a simple overview of how the Fujifilm X-E2 scores versus the NX300 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm X-E2 vs Samsung NX300 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-E2 and Samsung NX300. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-E2 Gallery and Samsung NX300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E2 over the Samsung NX300
Fujifilm X-E2 | NX300 | |||
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Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 768k | Crisper display (+272k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX300 over the Fujifilm X-E2
NX300 | Fujifilm X-E2 | |||
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Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display dimension | 3.3" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-E2 and Samsung NX300
Fujifilm X-E2 | NX300 | |||
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Announced | March 2014 | ![]() | November 2013 | Similar generation |
Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen |
Fujifilm X-E2 vs Samsung NX300 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-E2 comes with physical 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) and the Samsung NX300 has sizing of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") having a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs).
Compare the Fujifilm X-E2 vs Samsung NX300 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm X-E2 compared to the NX300.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-E2 and NX300 is 85 and 86 respectively.

Fujifilm X-E2 vs Samsung NX300 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's hard to envision the difference between sensor dimensions merely by going over a spec sheet. The picture here may provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-E2 and NX300.
As you can see, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Samsung NX300 to offer greater detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos much more aggressively.

Fujifilm X-E2 vs Samsung NX300 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm X-E2 vs Samsung NX300 Specifications
Fujifilm X-E2 | Samsung NX300 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Samsung |
Model type | Fujifilm X-E2 | Samsung NX300 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2014-03-05 | 2013-11-24 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | EXR Processor II | DRIMe IV |
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 area | 368.2mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 20MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 5472 x 3648 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 49 | 247 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Fujifilm X | Samsung NX |
Available lenses | 54 | 32 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3.3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 1,040 thousand dots | 768 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD monitor | Active Matrix OLED screen |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/6000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 7.0fps | 9.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m (@ ISO 200) | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear-curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/180 secs | 1/180 secs |
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 |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video 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 | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 350 gr (0.77 lbs) | 331 gr (0.73 lbs) |
Dimensions | 129 x 75 x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") | 122 x 64 x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 76 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.6 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.7 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 942 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 photos | 330 photos |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | W126 | BP1130 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $450 | $750 |