Fujifilm X-S10 vs Samsung NX1100

Below is a extended review of the Fujifilm X-S10 vs Samsung NX1100, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Samsung. There exists a sizable gap between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-S10 (26MP) and NX1100 (20MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-S10 was revealed 7 years later than the NX1100 and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm X-S10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung NX1100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going right into a full comparison, here is a brief view of how the Fujifilm X-S10 matches up versus the NX1100 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-S10 & Samsung NX1100. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-S10 Gallery & Samsung NX1100 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-S10 features physical measurements of 126mm x 85mm x 65mm (5.0" x 3.3" x 2.6") along with a weight of 465 grams (1.03 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX1100 has specifications of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm X-S10 vs Samsung NX1100 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Below is a front view size comparison of the Fujifilm X-S10 vs the NX1100.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-S10 and NX1100 is 73 and 90 respectively.

Quite often, it is very difficult to visualise the gap between sensor measurements merely by looking at specifications. The photograph below might give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-S10 and NX1100.

To sum up, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Fujifilm X-S10 to give greater detail because of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures way more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm X-S10 will have an advantage in sensor innovation.