Fujifilm X-Pro1 vs Samsung NX20

Following is a in-depth assessment of the Fujifilm X-Pro1 and Samsung NX20, both Advanced Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Samsung. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X-Pro1 (16MP) and the NX20 (20MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-Pro1 was introduced 3 months after the NX20 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm X-Pro1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung NX20 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a concise summation of how the Fujifilm X-Pro1 grades versus the NX20 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-Pro1 and Samsung NX20. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-Pro1 Gallery and Samsung NX20 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-Pro1 has external dimensions of 140mm x 82mm x 43mm (5.5" x 3.2" x 1.7") along with a weight of 450 grams (0.99 lbs) while the Samsung NX20 has specifications of 122mm x 90mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 1.6") having a weight of 341 grams (0.75 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm X-Pro1 and Samsung NX20 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm X-Pro1 versus the NX20.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-Pro1 and NX20 is 80 and 83 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizes purely by reading through specs. The picture below might give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-Pro1 and NX20.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Samsung NX20 to give you greater detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics a good deal more aggressively.