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Fujifilm X-E2S vs Samsung Galaxy NX

Portability
85
Imaging
60
Features
75
Overall
66
Fujifilm X-E2S front
 
Samsung Galaxy NX front
Portability
82
Imaging
63
Features
76
Overall
68

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Samsung Galaxy NX Key Specs

Fujifilm X-E2S
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 200 - 6400 (Boost to 51200)
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 350g - 129 x 75 x 37mm
  • Revealed January 2016
  • Older Model is Fujifilm X-E2
  • Later Model is Fujifilm X-E3
Samsung Galaxy NX
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 4.8" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 25600
  • 1/6000s Max Shutter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Samsung NX Mount
  • 495g - 137 x 101 x 26mm
  • Introduced June 2013
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Fujifilm X-E2S vs Samsung Galaxy NX Overview

Its time to examine more in depth at the Fujifilm X-E2S versus Samsung Galaxy NX, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by brands FujiFilm and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X-E2S (16MP) and the Galaxy NX (20MP) is relatively close and they use the same exact sensor size (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-E2S was brought out 2 years later than the Galaxy NX and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm X-E2S being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung Galaxy NX being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going in to a full comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the Fujifilm X-E2S grades versus the Galaxy NX in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E2S over the Samsung Galaxy NX

 Fujifilm X-E2S Galaxy NX 
IntroducedJanuary 2016June 2013Fresher by 32 months
Screen resolution1040k922kSharper screen (+118k dot)

Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy NX over the Fujifilm X-E2S

 Galaxy NX Fujifilm X-E2S 
Screen sizing4.8"3"Bigger screen (+1.8")
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Fujifilm X-E2S and Samsung Galaxy NX

 Fujifilm X-E2S Galaxy NX 
Manual focus Dial exact focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Samsung Galaxy NX Physical Comparison

If you are planning to carry your camera often, you need to factor its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-E2S comes with outside measurements of 129mm x 75mm x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) while the Samsung Galaxy NX has proportions of 137mm x 101mm x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") with a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm X-E2S versus Samsung Galaxy NX in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached during that time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm X-E2S versus the Galaxy NX.

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Samsung Galaxy NX size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-E2S and Galaxy NX is 85 and 82 respectively.

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Samsung Galaxy NX top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Samsung Galaxy NX Sensor Comparison

Often, it's difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizing simply by researching a spec sheet. The graphic underneath might offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-E2S and Galaxy NX.

As you can see, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should count on the Samsung Galaxy NX to result in more detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots far more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm X-E2S provides an advantage in sensor innovation.

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Samsung Galaxy NX sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Samsung Galaxy NX Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Samsung Galaxy NX Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-E2S Portrait photography advice
Samsung Galaxy NX Portrait photography advice
76
you can focus manually
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
features face detection focusing
delivers RAW files
77
focusing manually
MP count good (20 megapixels)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
has face detection autofocus
delivers RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-E2S Street photography features
Samsung Galaxy NX Street photography features
67
good sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
screen does not articulate
does not have image stabilization
69
nice sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
includes touch focus
above average high ISO (25,600)
screen is fixed
does not have image stabilization
more heavy than average (495g)
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-E2S as a Sports photography camera
Samsung Galaxy NX as a Sports photography camera
70
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
good sensor size (APS-C)
features tracking autofocus
comes with phase detect AF
does not have image stabilization
73
high shutter speed (1/6,000 seconds)
MP count good (20MP)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
great battery life (440 per charge)
has phase detect autofocus
does not have image stabilization
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Fujifilm X-E2S
Travel photography with Samsung Galaxy NX
72
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
screen isn't selfie friendly
68
great battery life (440 shots)
includes touch focus
MP count good (20MP)
has built in flash
lack of Timelapse mode
more heavy than average (495g)
does not offer selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-E2S as a Landscape photography camera
Samsung Galaxy NX as a Landscape photography camera
76
you can focus manually
swap lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
nice screen size (3")
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
no anti aliasing filter
delivers RAW files
does not have image stabilization
73
focusing manually
interchangeable lenses (Samsung NX mount)
very good size screen (4.8 inch)
MP count good (20MP)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
above average high ISO (25,600)
delivers RAW formats
great battery life (440 shots)
does not have image stabilization
lack of Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-E2S Vlogging factors
Samsung Galaxy NX Vlogging factors
35
features face detection focusing
great video quality (1920 x 1080 pixels)
does have external mic support
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
34
screen is touchscreen
has face detection autofocus
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
has external microphone socket
does not offer selfie friendly display
does not have image stabilization
more heavy than average (495 grams)
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Fujifilm X-E2S vs Samsung Galaxy NX Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-E2S and Samsung Galaxy NX
 Fujifilm X-E2SSamsung Galaxy NX
General Information
Company FujiFilm Samsung
Model type Fujifilm X-E2S Samsung Galaxy NX
Category Entry-Level Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Revealed 2016-01-15 2013-06-20
Physical type Rangefinder-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Powered by 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 16 megapixel 20 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 4896 x 3264 5472 x 3648
Max native ISO 6400 25600
Max enhanced ISO 51200 -
Minimum native ISO 200 100
RAW data
Minimum enhanced ISO 100 -
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch focus
Continuous AF
AF single
Tracking AF
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Total focus points 77 -
Lens
Lens support Fujifilm X Samsung NX
Number of lenses 54 32
Crop factor 1.5 1.5
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 3 inches 4.8 inches
Display resolution 1,040k dots 922k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Display tech - HD TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic Electronic
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 per second 9.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 7.00 m (@ ISO 200) -
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear-curtain, Commander Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Fastest flash synchronize 1/180s 1/180s
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240
Max video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None BuiltIn
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 350 grams (0.77 lbs) 495 grams (1.09 lbs)
Dimensions 129 x 75 x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") 137 x 101 x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0")
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 photographs 440 photographs
Form of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-W126 -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) Yes (2 sec to 30 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC
Card slots Single Single
Retail price $599 $1,300