Fujifilm X-E3 vs Samsung NX100

Its time to examine more closely at the Fujifilm X-E3 vs Samsung NX100, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Samsung. There exists a considerable gap between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-E3 (24MP) and NX100 (15MP) but they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-E3 was brought out 7 years after the NX100 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the Fujifilm X-E3 matches up against the NX100 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-E3 & Samsung NX100. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm X-E3 Gallery & Samsung NX100 Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-E3 offers outside measurements of 121mm x 74mm x 43mm (4.8" x 2.9" x 1.7") with a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) and the Samsung NX100 has sizing of 120mm x 71mm x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") and a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing at the time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm X-E3 against the NX100.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-E3 and NX100 is 85 and 88 respectively.

Normally, it is very tough to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reading a spec sheet. The picture below might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-E3 and NX100.

Clearly, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can expect the Fujifilm X-E3 to deliver greater detail having its extra 9 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm X-E3 provides an edge in sensor tech.