Fujifilm X-S10 vs Samsung NX30
73 Imaging
72 Features
88 Overall
78
![Fujifilm X-S10 front Fujifilm X-S10 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Fujifilm-X-S10/Fujifilm-X-S10-front.jpg)
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75 Imaging
63 Features
85 Overall
71
Fujifilm X-S10 vs Samsung NX30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 26MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 160 - 12800 (Expand to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 465g - 126 x 85 x 65mm
- Launched October 2020
- Newer Model is Fujifilm X-S20
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 375g - 127 x 96 x 58mm
- Released January 2014
- Succeeded the Samsung NX20
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Fujifilm X-S10 vs Samsung NX30 Overview
Its time to look a bit more in depth at the Fujifilm X-S10 vs Samsung NX30, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals FujiFilm and Samsung. There is a substantial difference among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-S10 (26MP) and NX30 (20MP) but they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (APS-C).
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The Fujifilm X-S10 was revealed 6 years after the NX30 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a short highlight of how the Fujifilm X-S10 grades versus the NX30 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Fujifilm X-S10 vs Samsung NX30 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-S10 & Samsung NX30. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm X-S10 Gallery & Samsung NX30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-S10 over the Samsung NX30
Fujifilm X-S10 | NX30 | |||
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Released | October 2020 | ![]() | January 2014 | More modern by 83 months |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 1036k | Crisper screen (+4k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX30 over the Fujifilm X-S10
NX30 | Fujifilm X-S10 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X-S10 and Samsung NX30
Fujifilm X-S10 | NX30 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Screen type | Fully articulated | ![]() | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Both good for selfies | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Fujifilm X-S10 vs Samsung NX30 Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-S10 provides outer 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 NX30 has specifications of 127mm x 96mm x 58mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.3") with a weight of 375 grams (0.83 lbs).
Contrast the Fujifilm X-S10 vs Samsung NX30 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm X-S10 and the NX30.
![Fujifilm X-S10 vs Samsung NX30 size comparison Fujifilm X-S10 vs Samsung NX30 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-X-S10-vs-Samsung-NX30-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-S10 and NX30 is 73 and 75 respectively.
![Fujifilm X-S10 vs Samsung NX30 top view buttons comparison Fujifilm X-S10 vs Samsung NX30 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-X-S10-vs-Samsung-NX30-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Fujifilm X-S10 vs Samsung NX30 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes simply by seeing a spec sheet. The pic underneath should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-S10 and NX30.
As you can see, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You can expect the Fujifilm X-S10 to provide greater detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm X-S10 provides a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.
![Fujifilm X-S10 vs Samsung NX30 sensor size comparison Fujifilm X-S10 vs Samsung NX30 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Fujifilm-X-S10-vs-Samsung-NX30-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Fujifilm X-S10 vs Samsung NX30 Screen and ViewFinder
![Fujifilm X-S10 vs Samsung NX30 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Fujifilm X-S10 vs Samsung NX30 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-X-S10-vs-Samsung-NX30-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Portrait Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Fujifilm X-S10 vs Samsung NX30 Specifications
Fujifilm X-S10 | Samsung NX30 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Samsung |
Model type | Fujifilm X-S10 | Samsung NX30 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Launched | 2020-10-15 | 2014-01-03 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | DRIMeIV |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.6mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 366.6mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 26 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 6240 x 4160 | 5472 x 3648 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 51200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 160 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | 80 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 425 | 247 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Fujifilm X | Samsung NX |
Amount of lenses | 54 | 32 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fully articulated | Fully Articulated |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 1,040k dot | 1,036k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | - | AMOLED |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dot | 2,359k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | 0.66x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/8000s |
Max silent shutter speed | 1/32000s | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 20.0 frames per sec | 9.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m (at ISO 200) | - |
Flash settings | Auto, on, slow sync, manual, commander | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 4096 x 2160 @ 30p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080 (60p), 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 |
Highest video resolution | 4096x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 465 gr (1.03 lb) | 375 gr (0.83 lb) |
Dimensions | 126 x 85 x 65mm (5.0" x 3.3" x 2.6") | 127 x 96 x 58mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 77 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.5 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.4 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 1014 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 325 shots | 360 shots |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | BP1410 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 - 30 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC slot (UHS-I supported) | SD, SDHC, SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $999 | $699 |