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Fujifilm X-S10 vs Samsung NX mini

Portability
73
Imaging
71
Features
88
Overall
77
Fujifilm X-S10 front
 
Samsung NX mini front
Portability
93
Imaging
51
Features
68
Overall
57

Fujifilm X-S10 vs Samsung NX mini Key Specs

Fujifilm X-S10
(Full Review)
  • 26MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Display
  • ISO 160 - 12800 (Increase to 51200)
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 4096 x 2160 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 465g - 126 x 85 x 65mm
  • Released October 2020
  • Later Model is Fujifilm X-S20
Samsung NX mini
(Full Review)
  • 20.5MP - 1" Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Display
  • ISO 160 - 12800 (Expand 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-S10 vs Samsung NX mini Overview

Here, we are evaluating the Fujifilm X-S10 versus Samsung NX mini, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Samsung. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-S10 (26MP) and NX mini (20.5MP) and the Fujifilm X-S10 (APS-C) and NX mini (1") have different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm X-S10 was revealed 6 years later than the NX mini and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm X-S10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung NX mini being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise view of how the Fujifilm X-S10 scores versus the NX mini when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-S10 over the Samsung NX mini

 Fujifilm X-S10 NX mini 
RevealedOctober 2020March 2014More recent by 81 months
Display typeFully articulatedTiltingFully Articulating display
Display resolution1040k461kCrisper display (+579k dot)
Selfie screen Take selfies

Reasons to pick Samsung NX mini over the Fujifilm X-S10

 NX mini Fujifilm X-S10 

Common features in the Fujifilm X-S10 and Samsung NX mini

 Fujifilm X-S10 NX mini 
Manual focus More accurate focus
Display size3"3"Same display measurement
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Fujifilm X-S10 vs Samsung NX mini Physical Comparison

When you are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-S10 has got physical dimensions of 126mm x 85mm x 65mm (5.0" x 3.3" x 2.6") with a weight of 465 grams (1.03 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX mini has measurements of 110mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 196 grams (0.43 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm X-S10 versus Samsung NX mini in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm X-S10 versus the NX mini.

Fujifilm X-S10 vs Samsung NX mini size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-S10 and NX mini is 73 and 93 respectively.

Fujifilm X-S10 vs Samsung NX mini top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-S10 vs Samsung NX mini Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to visualize the difference between sensor measurements purely by reading through a spec sheet. The photograph below will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-S10 and NX mini.

As you can see, both of the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X-S10 having a larger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF easier and the Fujifilm X-S10 will give you greater detail because of its extra 5.5MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm X-S10 provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.

Fujifilm X-S10 vs Samsung NX mini sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-S10 vs Samsung NX mini Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-S10 vs Samsung NX mini Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Fujifilm X-S10
Portrait photography with Samsung NX mini
82
has manual focus
excellent MP (26 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
provides face detection focus
supports RAW files
70
you can focus manually
MP count good (20.5MP)
decent sensor size (1")
provides face detect focusing
saves RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-S10 Street photography highlights
Samsung NX mini Street photography highlights
75
has image stabilization
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
supports RAW files
includes focus by touch
more heavy than competitors in class (465 grams)
81
tilting screen
decent sensor size (1")
saves RAW formats
boasts focus by touch
lighter than competition (196g)
does not have image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-S10 Sports photography information
Samsung NX mini Sports photography information
85
quiet mode (1/32,000 seconds)
high max fps (20.0 fps)
has image stabilization
excellent MP (26MP)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
provides tracking autofocus
has phase detect auto focus
54
great max shutter speed (1/16,000s)
MP count good (20.5MP)
decent sensor size (1")
great battery (650 per charge)
max frames per second very slow (6.0 frames per second)
does not have image stabilization
lack of phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-S10 Travel photography information
Samsung NX mini Travel photography information
76
supports bluetooth
includes focus by touch
excellent MP (26MP)
built-in flash
display is selfie friendly
more heavy than competitors in class (465 grams)
75
great battery (650 CIPA)
lighter than competition (196g)
boasts focus by touch
MP count good (20.5MP)
built-in flash
missing Time Lapse mode
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-S10 Landscape photography details
Samsung NX mini Landscape photography details
85
has manual focus
interchangeable lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
nice screen size (3 inches)
has image stabilization
excellent MP (26 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
does not have anti aliasing filter
supports RAW files
68
you can focus manually
switch lenses (Samsung NX-M mount)
pretty good screen size (3 inch)
MP count good (20.5MP)
decent sensor size (1")
saves RAW formats
great battery (650 CIPA)
does not have image stabilization
missing Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-S10 Vlogging info
Samsung NX mini Vlogging info
77
display is selfie friendly
screen is touchscreen
has image stabilization
provides face detection focus
video resolution high (4096 x 2160 resolution)
has external microphone port
more heavy than competitors in class (465g)
37
has touchscreen
provides face detect focusing
high res video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
includes mic port
lighter than competition (196 grams)
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
does not have image stabilization
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Fujifilm X-S10 vs Samsung NX mini Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-S10 and Samsung NX mini
 Fujifilm X-S10Samsung NX mini
General Information
Company FujiFilm Samsung
Model type Fujifilm X-S10 Samsung NX mini
Category Entry-Level Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Released 2020-10-15 2014-03-19
Body design SLR-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
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 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 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 files
Lowest boosted ISO 80 100
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
AF continuous
Single AF
Tracking AF
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
Crop factor 1.5 2.7
Screen
Range of display Fully articulated Tilting
Display diagonal 3 inch 3 inch
Display resolution 1,040k dot 461k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Display technology - TFT-LCD (180 degree tilt)
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic None
Viewfinder resolution 2,360k dot -
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent -
Viewfinder magnification 0.62x -
Features
Slowest shutter speed 4s 30s
Maximum shutter speed 1/4000s 1/16000s
Maximum quiet shutter speed 1/32000s -
Continuous shooting speed 20.0 frames per sec 6.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 7.00 m (at ISO 200) -
Flash modes Auto, on, slow sync, manual, commander Smart Flash, auto, auto + redeye reduction, fill-in, fill-in + redeye reduction, 1st curtain, 2nd curtain
External flash
AEB
WB bracketing
Maximum flash sync - 1/200s
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
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 file format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 465g (1.03 lb) 196g (0.43 lb)
Physical dimensions 126 x 85 x 65mm (5.0" x 3.3" x 2.6") 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 325 pictures 650 pictures
Type of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID - B740
Self timer Yes Yes (2-30 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC slot (UHS-I supported) microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC
Storage slots One One
Price at launch $999 $530