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Fujifilm X-Pro3 vs Samsung NX mini

Portability
78
Imaging
70
Features
81
Overall
74
Fujifilm X-Pro3 front
 
Samsung NX mini front
Portability
93
Imaging
51
Features
68
Overall
57

Fujifilm X-Pro3 vs Samsung NX mini Key Specs

Fujifilm X-Pro3
(Full Review)
  • 26MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Display
  • ISO 160 - 12800 (Boost to 51200)
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 4096 x 2160 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 497g - 141 x 83 x 46mm
  • Introduced October 2019
  • Older Model is Fujifilm X-Pro2
Samsung NX mini
(Full Review)
  • 20.5MP - 1" Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Display
  • ISO 160 - 12800 (Boost to 25600)
  • 1/16000s Max Shutter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Samsung NX-M Mount
  • 196g - 110 x 62 x 23mm
  • Revealed March 2014
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Fujifilm X-Pro3 vs Samsung NX mini Overview

Lets take a closer look at the Fujifilm X-Pro3 versus Samsung NX mini, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands FujiFilm and Samsung. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-Pro3 (26MP) and NX mini (20.5MP) and the Fujifilm X-Pro3 (APS-C) and NX mini (1") offer totally different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm X-Pro3 was announced 5 years later than the NX mini and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going into a thorough comparison, here is a simple summation of how the Fujifilm X-Pro3 matches up versus the NX mini in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-Pro3 over the Samsung NX mini

 Fujifilm X-Pro3 NX mini 
RevealedOctober 2019March 2014Fresher by 69 months
Display resolution1620k461kCrisper display (+1159k dot)

Reasons to pick Samsung NX mini over the Fujifilm X-Pro3

 NX mini Fujifilm X-Pro3 

Common features in the Fujifilm X-Pro3 and Samsung NX mini

 Fujifilm X-Pro3 NX mini 
Manually focus Very precise focus
Display typeTiltingTiltingTilting display
Display size3"3"Same display measurement
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Fujifilm X-Pro3 vs Samsung NX mini Physical Comparison

If you are looking to carry your camera, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-Pro3 features outer dimensions of 141mm x 83mm x 46mm (5.6" x 3.3" x 1.8") having a weight of 497 grams (1.10 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX mini has proportions of 110mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 196 grams (0.43 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm X-Pro3 versus Samsung NX mini in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm X-Pro3 compared to the NX mini.

Fujifilm X-Pro3 vs Samsung NX mini size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-Pro3 and NX mini is 78 and 93 respectively.

Fujifilm X-Pro3 vs Samsung NX mini top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-Pro3 vs Samsung NX mini Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it is hard to see the contrast in sensor sizing simply by viewing a spec sheet. The graphic below may offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-Pro3 and NX mini.

As you can see, the 2 cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-Pro3 having a larger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF simpler and the Fujifilm X-Pro3 will render greater detail with its extra 5.5MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images way more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm X-Pro3 will have an edge in sensor technology.

Fujifilm X-Pro3 vs Samsung NX mini sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-Pro3 vs Samsung NX mini Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-Pro3 vs Samsung NX mini Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Fujifilm X-Pro3
Portrait photography with Samsung NX mini
82
has manual focus
megapixel count fantastic (26 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
has face detection autofocus
saves RAW formats
70
focusing manually
MP count good (20.5MP)
decent sensor size (1")
has face detect focus
saves RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-Pro3 as a Street photography camera
Samsung NX mini as a Street photography camera
78
tilting screen
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
provides focus by touch
environment proof
does not have image stabilization
81
has a tilting screen
decent sensor size (1")
saves RAW formats
provides touch focus
lighter than average in class (196 grams)
lack of image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-Pro3 Sports photography features
Samsung NX mini Sports photography features
79
maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000 seconds)
quiet mode (1/32,000 seconds)
high max fps (20.0 fps)
megapixel count fantastic (26MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
has tracking autofocus
environment proof
comes with phase detect autofocus
does not have image stabilization
54
great max shutter speed (1/16,000 seconds)
MP count good (20.5MP)
decent sensor size (1")
great battery (650 shots)
low fps (6.0 frames/s)
lack of image stabilization
lack of phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-Pro3 as a Travel photography camera
Samsung NX mini as a Travel photography camera
77
environment proof
has bluetooth
provides focus by touch
megapixel count fantastic (26MP)
display is not selfie friendly
75
great battery (650 per charge)
lighter than average in class (196g)
provides touch focus
MP count good (20.5 megapixels)
built-in flash
does not have Time Lapse function
doesn't posses selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Fujifilm X-Pro3
Landscape photography with Samsung NX mini
80
has manual focus
switch lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
good sized screen (3")
megapixel count fantastic (26MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
does not have anti aliasing filter
saves RAW formats
environment proof
two card slots
does not have image stabilization
68
focusing manually
switch lenses (Samsung NX-M mount)
pretty good screen size (3 inch)
MP count good (20.5 megapixels)
decent sensor size (1")
saves RAW formats
great battery (650 CIPA)
lack of image stabilization
does not have Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-Pro3 Vlogging details
Samsung NX mini Vlogging details
35
touchscreen enabled
has face detection autofocus
video res high (4096 x 2160 pxls)
does have external mic socket
display is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
37
touch screen
has face detect focus
great video quality (1920 x 1080 pxls)
does have mic support
lighter than average in class (196g)
doesn't posses selfie friendly display
lack of image stabilization
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Fujifilm X-Pro3 vs Samsung NX mini Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-Pro3 and Samsung NX mini
 Fujifilm X-Pro3Samsung NX mini
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Samsung
Model type Fujifilm X-Pro3 Samsung NX mini
Type Advanced Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Introduced 2019-10-23 2014-03-19
Physical type Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor Chip X-Processor 4 -
Sensor type BSI-CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor size APS-C 1"
Sensor dimensions 23.5 x 15.6mm 13.2 x 8.8mm
Sensor area 366.6mm² 116.2mm²
Sensor resolution 26MP 20.5MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest resolution 6240 x 4160 5472 x 3648
Highest native ISO 12800 12800
Highest boosted ISO 51200 25600
Lowest native ISO 160 160
RAW support
Lowest boosted ISO 80 100
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Total focus points 425 21
Lens
Lens support Fujifilm X Samsung NX-M
Total lenses 54 2
Focal length multiplier 1.5 2.7
Screen
Type of display Tilting Tilting
Display size 3" 3"
Display resolution 1,620k dots 461k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Display technology - TFT-LCD (180 degree tilt)
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic and Optical (tunnel) None
Viewfinder resolution 3,690k dots -
Viewfinder coverage 95 percent -
Features
Slowest shutter speed 30s 30s
Maximum shutter speed 1/8000s 1/16000s
Maximum quiet shutter speed 1/32000s -
Continuous shooting rate 20.0 frames per second 6.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance no built-in flash -
Flash settings no built-in flash Smart Flash, auto, auto + redeye reduction, fill-in, fill-in + redeye reduction, 1st curtain, 2nd curtain
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Maximum flash synchronize - 1/200s
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 4096 x 2160 @ 30p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 (all 30 fps)
Highest video resolution 4096x2160 1920x1080
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 497 grams (1.10 lb) 196 grams (0.43 lb)
Physical dimensions 141 x 83 x 46mm (5.6" x 3.3" x 1.8") 110 x 62 x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life - 650 pictures
Battery style - Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-W126 B740
Self timer Yes Yes (2-30 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage type Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II support) microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC
Card slots Dual Single
Retail price $2,000 $530