Fujifilm X-E2 vs Samsung NX300M
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Fujifilm X-E2 vs Samsung NX300M 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
- Introduced March 2014
- Older Model is Fujifilm X-E1
- Renewed by Fujifilm X-E2S
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 331g - 122 x 64 x 41mm
- Introduced January 2013
Fujifilm X-E2 vs Samsung NX300M Overview
On this page, we will be comparing the Fujifilm X-E2 and Samsung NX300M, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Samsung. The resolution of the Fujifilm X-E2 (16MP) and the NX300M (20MP) is relatively close and both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (APS-C).
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe Fujifilm X-E2 was manufactured 15 months after the NX300M which makes them a generation away from one another. Both cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before going into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short summation of how the Fujifilm X-E2 grades against the NX300M in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Fujifilm X-E2 vs Samsung NX300M Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-E2 and Samsung NX300M. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-E2 Gallery and Samsung NX300M Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E2 over the Samsung NX300M
Fujifilm X-E2 | NX300M | |||
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Introduced | March 2014 | January 2013 | More modern by 15 months | |
Screen resolution | 1040k | 768k | Sharper screen (+272k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX300M over the Fujifilm X-E2
NX300M | Fujifilm X-E2 | |||
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Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3.3" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-E2 and Samsung NX300M
Fujifilm X-E2 | NX300M | |||
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Focus manually | Dial exact focusing | |||
Selfie screen | No selfie screen |
Fujifilm X-E2 vs Samsung NX300M Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-E2 offers outside measurements of 129mm x 75mm x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") with a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX300M has measurements of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") with a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs).
Analyze the Fujifilm X-E2 and Samsung NX300M in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm X-E2 against the NX300M.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-E2 and NX300M is 85 and 86 respectively.
Fujifilm X-E2 vs Samsung NX300M Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizes simply by researching a spec sheet. The picture below should provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-E2 and NX300M.
As you can see, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Samsung NX300M to provide you with greater detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm X-E2 will have an advantage in sensor technology.
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Fujifilm X-E2 vs Samsung NX300M Specifications
Fujifilm X-E2 | Samsung NX300M | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Samsung |
Model type | Fujifilm X-E2 | Samsung NX300M |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2014-03-05 | 2013-01-03 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | 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 surface 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 |
Min native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 49 | 247 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Fujifilm X | Samsung NX |
Total lenses | 54 | 32 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3.3 inches |
Display resolution | 1,040k dots | 768k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | TFT color LCD monitor | Active Matrix OLED screen |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/6000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 7.0 frames/s | 9.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m (@ ISO 200) | no built-in flash |
Flash options | 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 | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/180s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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 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 | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 350g (0.77 lb) | 331g (0.73 lb) |
Physical 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 | 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 pictures | 330 pictures |
Style 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 | One | One |
Pricing at release | $450 | $699 |