Fujifilm X-Pro3 vs Samsung NX1000

Let's look a little more closely at the Fujifilm X-Pro3 versus Samsung NX1000, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals FujiFilm and Samsung. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-Pro3 (26MP) and NX1000 (20MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-Pro3 was announced 7 years later than the NX1000 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going right into a detailed comparison, here is a brief overview of how the Fujifilm X-Pro3 matches up against the NX1000 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-Pro3 and Samsung NX1000. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-Pro3 Gallery and Samsung NX1000 Gallery.

When you are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-Pro3 enjoys 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) while the Samsung NX1000 has proportions of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm X-Pro3 versus Samsung NX1000 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use during that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm X-Pro3 versus the NX1000.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-Pro3 and NX1000 is 78 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to envision the gap between sensor measurements just by looking at technical specs. The graphic here will provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-Pro3 and NX1000.

As you have seen, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Fujifilm X-Pro3 to give you greater detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos way more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm X-Pro3 will have an advantage in sensor technology.