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Fujifilm X-E2S vs Samsung NX300

Portability
85
Imaging
59
Features
75
Overall
65
Fujifilm X-E2S front
 
Samsung NX300 front
Portability
86
Imaging
63
Features
73
Overall
67

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Samsung NX300 Key Specs

Fujifilm X-E2S
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 200 - 6400 (Increase to 51200)
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 350g - 129 x 75 x 37mm
  • Introduced January 2016
  • Succeeded the Fujifilm X-E2
  • Successor is Fujifilm X-E3
Samsung NX300
(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
  • Released November 2013
  • Previous Model is Samsung NX210
  • Replacement is Samsung NX500
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Fujifilm X-E2S vs Samsung NX300 Overview

In this write-up, we are reviewing the Fujifilm X-E2S and Samsung NX300, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Samsung. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X-E2S (16MP) and the NX300 (20MP) is very similar and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (APS-C).

Photography Glossary

The Fujifilm X-E2S was announced 2 years after the NX300 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving in to a in depth comparison, below is a simple overview of how the Fujifilm X-E2S matches up vs the NX300 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E2S over the Samsung NX300

 Fujifilm X-E2S NX300 
ReleasedJanuary 2016November 2013Newer by 27 months
Display resolution1040k768kSharper display (+272k dot)

Reasons to pick Samsung NX300 over the Fujifilm X-E2S

 NX300 Fujifilm X-E2S 
Display typeTiltingFixed Tilting display
Display sizing3.3"3"Larger display (+0.3")
Touch display Easily navigate

Common features in the Fujifilm X-E2S and Samsung NX300

 Fujifilm X-E2S NX300 
Manual focus Very accurate focus
Selfie screen Neither has selfie screen

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Samsung NX300 Physical Comparison

If you're planning to travel with your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-E2S has external 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) whilst the Samsung NX300 has proportions of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") with a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs).

Check out the Fujifilm X-E2S and Samsung NX300 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use at the time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm X-E2S against the NX300.

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Samsung NX300 size comparison

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-E2S and NX300 is 85 and 86 respectively.

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Samsung NX300 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Samsung NX300 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it is very difficult to see the difference between sensor dimensions merely by going over specifications. The pic below will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-E2S and NX300.

Plainly, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Samsung NX300 to offer extra detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm X-E2S is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Samsung NX300 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Samsung NX300 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Samsung NX300 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-E2S as a Portrait photography camera
Samsung NX300 as a Portrait photography camera
75
manual focus
decent megapixels (16 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
has face detect focusing
delivers RAW formats
77
you can focus manually
decent MP (20 megapixels)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
offers face detect autofocus
saves RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-E2S as a Street photography camera
Samsung NX300 as a Street photography camera
66
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
screen does not articulate
does not have image stabilization
80
screen tilts
nice sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
features focus via touch
great high ISO (25,600)
no image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-E2S Sports photography highlights
Samsung NX300 Sports photography highlights
69
decent megapixels (16 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
has tracking focus
has phase detect AF
does not have image stabilization
73
high shutter speed (1/6,000 seconds)
decent MP (20 megapixels)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
offers tracking focus
supports phase detect autofocus
no image stabilization
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Fujifilm X-E2S
Travel photography with Samsung NX300
72
decent megapixels (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
screen is not selfie friendly
67
features focus via touch
decent MP (20 megapixels)
no Timelapse mode
screen is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-E2S as a Landscape photography camera
Samsung NX300 as a Landscape photography camera
75
manual focus
change lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
nice screen size (3 inch)
decent megapixels (16MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
no low pass filter
delivers RAW formats
does not have image stabilization
72
you can focus manually
change lenses (Samsung NX mount)
decent sized screen (3.3 inch)
decent MP (20MP)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
great high ISO (25,600)
saves RAW formats
no image stabilization
no Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-E2S Vlogging info
Samsung NX300 Vlogging info
34
has face detect focusing
high quality video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
has microphone jack
screen is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
33
touchscreen
offers face detect autofocus
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
screen is not selfie friendly
no image stabilization
no microphone support
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Fujifilm X-E2S vs Samsung NX300 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-E2S and Samsung NX300
 Fujifilm X-E2SSamsung NX300
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Samsung
Model type Fujifilm X-E2S Samsung NX300
Category Entry-Level Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Introduced 2016-01-15 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 16 megapixel 20 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4896 x 3264 5472 x 3648
Highest native ISO 6400 25600
Highest boosted ISO 51200 -
Min native ISO 200 100
RAW images
Min boosted ISO 100 -
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Total focus points 77 247
Lens
Lens support Fujifilm X Samsung NX
Available lenses 54 32
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1.5
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Tilting
Screen diagonal 3 inch 3.3 inch
Screen resolution 1,040k dots 768k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Screen tech - Active Matrix OLED screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic None
Viewfinder resolution 2,360k dots -
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent -
Viewfinder magnification 0.62x -
Features
Slowest shutter speed 30 secs 30 secs
Maximum shutter speed 1/4000 secs 1/6000 secs
Continuous shooting rate 7.0fps 9.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 7.00 m (@ ISO 200) no built-in flash
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
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Maximum 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
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
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
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 350g (0.77 lb) 331g (0.73 lb)
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 All around 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 photographs 330 photographs
Form of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-W126 BP1130
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 One One
Pricing at launch $599 $750