Fujifilm X-E3 vs Samsung Galaxy NX
85 Imaging
66 Features
78 Overall
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82 Imaging
61 Features
76 Overall
67
Fujifilm X-E3 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 12800 (Expand to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 337g - 121 x 74 x 43mm
- Released September 2017
- Superseded the Fujifilm X-E2S
- New Model is Fujifilm X-E4
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 495g - 137 x 101 x 26mm
- Introduced June 2013
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Its time to look more closely at the Fujifilm X-E3 and Samsung Galaxy NX, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Samsung. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X-E3 (24MP) and the Galaxy NX (20MP) is fairly similar and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (APS-C).
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe Fujifilm X-E3 was unveiled 4 years after the Galaxy NX which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm X-E3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung Galaxy NX being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before going straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the Fujifilm X-E3 grades against the Galaxy NX with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-E3 & Samsung Galaxy NX. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm X-E3 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy NX Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E3 over the Samsung Galaxy NX
| Fujifilm X-E3 | Galaxy NX | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | September 2017 | June 2013 | More modern by 52 months | |
| Display resolution | 1040k | 922k | Clearer display (+118k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy NX over the Fujifilm X-E3
| Galaxy NX | Fujifilm X-E3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display dimensions | 4.8" | 3" | Larger display (+1.8") |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-E3 and Samsung Galaxy NX
| Fujifilm X-E3 | Galaxy NX | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus | More precise focus | |||
| Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
| Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
| Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Fujifilm X-E3 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera often, you will want to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-E3 comes with external measurements of 121mm x 74mm x 43mm (4.8" x 2.9" x 1.7") and a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) and the Samsung Galaxy NX has dimensions of 137mm x 101mm x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") having a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs).
Contrast the Fujifilm X-E3 and Samsung Galaxy NX in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm X-E3 and the Galaxy NX.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-E3 and Galaxy NX is 85 and 82 respectively.
Fujifilm X-E3 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizes just by reading specs. The pic underneath might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-E3 and Galaxy NX.
All in all, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Fujifilm X-E3 to deliver more detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop images a bit more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm X-E3 provides a benefit with regard to sensor technology.
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Fujifilm X-E3 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Specifications
| Fujifilm X-E3 | Samsung Galaxy NX | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | FujiFilm | Samsung |
| Model type | Fujifilm X-E3 | Samsung Galaxy NX |
| Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Released | 2017-09-07 | 2013-06-20 |
| Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | EXR Processor III | DRIMe IV |
| Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS III | CMOS |
| Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
| Sensor dimensions | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
| Sensor surface area | 368.2mm² | 369.0mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 24MP | 20MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 5472 x 3648 |
| Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
| Maximum boosted ISO | 51200 | - |
| Lowest native ISO | 200 | 100 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Lowest boosted ISO | 100 | - |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Total focus points | 325 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | Fujifilm X | Samsung NX |
| Total lenses | 54 | 32 |
| Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 3" | 4.8" |
| Resolution of display | 1,040k dot | 922k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Display technology | - | HD TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
| Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dot | - |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | - |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/6000 seconds |
| Highest quiet shutter speed | 1/32000 seconds | - |
| Continuous shooting speed | 14.0fps | 9.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | no built-in flash | - |
| Flash settings | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Highest flash sync | 1/180 seconds | 1/180 seconds |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 (20p, 25p, 24p) | 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 |
| Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
| Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Mic 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 | BuiltIn |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 337 gr (0.74 lbs) | 495 gr (1.09 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 121 x 74 x 43mm (4.8" x 2.9" x 1.7") | 137 x 101 x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around 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 shots | 440 shots |
| Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | NP-W126S | - |
| Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Cost at launch | $700 | $1,300 |