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Fujifilm X-M1 vs Samsung NX1100

Portability
87
Imaging
58
Features
63
Overall
60
Fujifilm X-M1 front
 
Samsung NX1100 front
Portability
90
Imaging
62
Features
60
Overall
61

Fujifilm X-M1 vs Samsung NX1100 Key Specs

Fujifilm X-M1
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Display
  • ISO 200 - 6400
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 330g - 117 x 67 x 39mm
  • Released September 2013
Samsung NX1100
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 12800
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Samsung NX Mount
  • 222g - 114 x 63 x 37mm
  • Launched April 2013
  • Old Model is Samsung NX1000
  • Renewed by Samsung NX2000
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Fujifilm X-M1 vs Samsung NX1100 Overview

In this article, we will be analyzing the Fujifilm X-M1 vs Samsung NX1100, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Samsung. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X-M1 (16MP) and the NX1100 (20MP) is relatively close and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-M1 was unveiled 6 months after the NX1100 so they are of a similar age. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going straight into a complete comparison, below is a short view of how the Fujifilm X-M1 grades vs the NX1100 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-M1 over the Samsung NX1100

 Fujifilm X-M1 NX1100 
Screen typeTiltingFixed Tilting screen

Reasons to pick Samsung NX1100 over the Fujifilm X-M1

 NX1100 Fujifilm X-M1 
Screen resolution921k920kSharper screen (+1k dot)

Common features in the Fujifilm X-M1 and Samsung NX1100

 Fujifilm X-M1 NX1100 
LaunchedSeptember 2013April 2013Same age
Focus manually Very precise focus
Screen sizing3"3"Equivalent screen dimensions
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither offers Touch friendly screen

Fujifilm X-M1 vs Samsung NX1100 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-M1 offers physical measurements of 117mm x 67mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") and a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) while the Samsung NX1100 has specifications of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") and a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm X-M1 vs Samsung NX1100 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm X-M1 compared to the NX1100.

Fujifilm X-M1 vs Samsung NX1100 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-M1 and NX1100 is 87 and 90 respectively.

Fujifilm X-M1 vs Samsung NX1100 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-M1 vs Samsung NX1100 Sensor Comparison

More often than not, it is tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizes only by researching specs. The picture here will help give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-M1 and NX1100.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Samsung NX1100 to render extra detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures far more aggressively.

Fujifilm X-M1 vs Samsung NX1100 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-M1 vs Samsung NX1100 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-M1 vs Samsung NX1100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-M1 Portrait photography details
Samsung NX1100 Portrait photography details
74
manual focus
megapixel count decent (16MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
provides face detect focus
delivers RAW files
77
focusing manually
MP count good (20 megapixels)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
features face detect focusing
delivers RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-M1 as a Street photography camera
Samsung NX1100 as a Street photography camera
76
has a tilting screen
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
lack of image stabilization
73
nice sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
lighter than competitors (222g)
no moving screen
no image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Fujifilm X-M1
Sports photography with Samsung NX1100
54
megapixel count decent (16MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
provides tracking focus
max frames per second low (6.0 fps)
lack of image stabilization
lack of phase detect auto focus
56
MP count good (20 megapixels)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
no image stabilization
lacks phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-M1 Travel photography information
Samsung NX1100 Travel photography information
66
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
lack of Time Lapse mode
screen isn't selfie friendly
68
lighter than competitors (222g)
MP count good (20 megapixels)
doesn't have Timelapse function
display is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Fujifilm X-M1
Landscape photography with Samsung NX1100
70
manual focus
change lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
pretty good screen size (3 inch)
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
no anti aliasing filter
delivers RAW files
lack of image stabilization
lack of Time Lapse mode
71
focusing manually
interchangeable lenses (Samsung NX mount)
good sized screen (3 inch)
MP count good (20MP)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
no image stabilization
doesn't have Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Fujifilm X-M1
Vlogging with Samsung NX1100
31
provides face detect focus
video res high (1920 x 1080 pxls)
screen isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
lack of mic port
34
features face detect focusing
high quality video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than competitors (222g)
display is not selfie friendly
no image stabilization
doesn't have microphone jack
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Fujifilm X-M1 vs Samsung NX1100 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-M1 and Samsung NX1100
 Fujifilm X-M1Samsung NX1100
General Information
Brand FujiFilm Samsung
Model type Fujifilm X-M1 Samsung NX1100
Category Entry-Level Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Released 2013-09-17 2013-04-11
Body design Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor EXR Processor II -
Sensor type CMOS X-TRANS I 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 16 megapixel 20 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 4896 x 3264 5472 x 3648
Max native ISO 6400 12800
Minimum native ISO 200 100
RAW data
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Total focus points 49 15
Lens
Lens mount type Fujifilm X Samsung NX
Available lenses 54 32
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1.5
Screen
Range of display Tilting Fixed Type
Display diagonal 3 inch 3 inch
Resolution of display 920k dot 921k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Display tech TFT LCD TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 30 secs 30 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/4000 secs 1/4000 secs
Continuous shutter speed 6.0 frames/s 8.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 7.00 m (ISO200m) no built-in flash
Flash settings Auto / Forced Flash / Suppressed Flash / Slow Synchro / Rear-curtain Synchro / Commander Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Fastest flash sync 1/180 secs 1/180 secs
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 30p, Continuous recording: up to approx. 14 min./1280 x 720 30p, Continuous recording: up to approx. 27 min. 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1920 x 810 (24 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video data format H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone input
Headphone input
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 seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 330g (0.73 lb) 222g (0.49 lb)
Dimensions 117 x 67 x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") 114 x 63 x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested 73
DXO Color Depth rating not tested 23.0
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested 12.5
DXO Low light rating not tested 852
Other
Battery life 350 pictures 320 pictures
Battery format Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-W126 BC1030
Self timer Yes (10 sec. / 2 sec.) Yes (2 sec to 30 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage media SD memory card / SDHC memory card / SDXC (UHS-I) memory card SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots Single Single
Retail cost $399 $600