Fujifilm X-M1 vs Samsung NX mini

Below, we will be contrasting the Fujifilm X-M1 versus Samsung NX mini, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Samsung. There exists a substantial gap between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-M1 (16MP) and NX mini (20.5MP) and the Fujifilm X-M1 (APS-C) and NX mini (1") come with different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm X-M1 was brought out 6 months prior to the NX mini which means that they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a brief summary of how the Fujifilm X-M1 grades vs the NX mini in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-M1 & Samsung NX mini. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm X-M1 Gallery & Samsung NX mini Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-M1 offers outside measurements of 117mm x 67mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") with a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) and the Samsung NX mini has dimensions of 110mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 196 grams (0.43 lbs).

Check out the Fujifilm X-M1 versus Samsung NX mini in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have at that moment. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm X-M1 vs the NX mini.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-M1 and NX mini is 87 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, it's hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing only by reading through specs. The visual underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-M1 and NX mini.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-M1 because of its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Samsung NX mini will give you greater detail having its extra 4.5MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively.