Fujifilm X-E3 vs Samsung NX300
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Fujifilm X-E3 vs Samsung NX300 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 12800 (Increase to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 337g - 121 x 74 x 43mm
- Introduced September 2017
- Superseded the Fujifilm X-E2S
- Later Model is Fujifilm X-E4
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 331g - 122 x 64 x 41mm
- Released November 2013
- Superseded the Samsung NX210
- Renewed by Samsung NX500

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Samsung NX300 Overview
The following is a detailed comparison of the Fujifilm X-E3 versus Samsung NX300, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Samsung. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X-E3 (24MP) and the NX300 (20MP) is relatively comparable and they feature the same exact sensor measurements (APS-C).

The Fujifilm X-E3 was released 3 years after the NX300 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before delving in to a full comparison, below is a short introduction of how the Fujifilm X-E3 matches up against the NX300 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Samsung NX300 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-E3 & Samsung NX300. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-E3 Gallery & Samsung NX300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E3 over the Samsung NX300
Fujifilm X-E3 | NX300 | |||
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Released | September 2017 | ![]() | November 2013 | Newer by 47 months |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 768k | Crisper screen (+272k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX300 over the Fujifilm X-E3
NX300 | Fujifilm X-E3 | |||
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Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen sizing | 3.3" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-E3 and Samsung NX300
Fujifilm X-E3 | NX300 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Fujifilm X-E3 vs Samsung NX300 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera often, you need to factor its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-E3 offers outer dimensions 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 NX300 has specifications of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") and a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs).
Check the Fujifilm X-E3 versus Samsung NX300 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have during that time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm X-E3 compared to the NX300.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-E3 and NX300 is 85 and 86 respectively.

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Samsung NX300 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be difficult to picture the gap in sensor dimensions just by seeing specs. The pic underneath will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-E3 and NX300.
All in all, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You can count on the Fujifilm X-E3 to produce more detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm X-E3 provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.

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Fujifilm X-E3 vs Samsung NX300 Specifications
Fujifilm X-E3 | Samsung NX300 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Samsung |
Model type | Fujifilm X-E3 | Samsung NX300 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2017-09-07 | 2013-11-24 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-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 measurements | 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 |
Max resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 5472 x 3648 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
Max enhanced ISO | 51200 | - |
Min native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 325 | 247 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Fujifilm X | Samsung NX |
Total lenses | 54 | 32 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display size | 3" | 3.3" |
Resolution of display | 1,040k dots | 768k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | - | Active Matrix OLED screen |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/6000 seconds |
Fastest quiet shutter speed | 1/32000 seconds | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 14.0 frames/s | 9.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/180 seconds | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 (20p, 25p, 24p) | 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 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 | 337 gr (0.74 lb) | 331 gr (0.73 lb) |
Dimensions | 121 x 74 x 43mm (4.8" x 2.9" x 1.7") | 122 x 64 x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 shots | 330 shots |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-W126S | BP1130 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $700 | $750 |