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Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Samsung NX30

Portability
79
Imaging
60
Features
76
Overall
66
Fujifilm X-T1 IR front
 
Samsung NX30 front
Portability
75
Imaging
63
Features
85
Overall
71

Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Samsung NX30 Key Specs

Fujifilm X-T1 IR
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Display
  • ISO 200 - 6400 (Expand to 51200)
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 440g - 129 x 90 x 47mm
  • Launched August 2015
Samsung NX30
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 100 - 25600
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Samsung NX Mount
  • 375g - 127 x 96 x 58mm
  • Revealed January 2014
  • Earlier Model is Samsung NX20
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Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Samsung NX30 Overview

Below is a in-depth overview of the Fujifilm X-T1 IR and Samsung NX30, both Advanced Mirrorless digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X-T1 IR (16MP) and the NX30 (20MP) is pretty similar and they use the same exact sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-T1 IR was introduced 20 months later than the NX30 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before diving in to a in depth comparison, below is a quick summation of how the Fujifilm X-T1 IR grades versus the NX30 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T1 IR over the Samsung NX30

 Fujifilm X-T1 IR NX30 
RevealedAugust 2015January 2014More recent by 20 months
Screen resolution1040k1036kClearer screen (+4k dot)

Reasons to pick Samsung NX30 over the Fujifilm X-T1 IR

 NX30 Fujifilm X-T1 IR 
Screen typeFully ArticulatedTiltingFully Articulating screen
Selfie screen Easy selfies
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Fujifilm X-T1 IR and Samsung NX30

 Fujifilm X-T1 IR NX30 
Manually focus Dial accurate focus
Screen sizing3"3"Equivalent screen sizing

Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Samsung NX30 Physical Comparison

If you're planning to lug around your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-T1 IR has exterior dimensions of 129mm x 90mm x 47mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 1.9") with a weight of 440 grams (0.97 lbs) and the Samsung NX30 has measurements of 127mm x 96mm x 58mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.3") and a weight of 375 grams (0.83 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm X-T1 IR and Samsung NX30 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is the front view size comparison of the Fujifilm X-T1 IR versus the NX30.

Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Samsung NX30 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-T1 IR and NX30 is 79 and 75 respectively.

Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Samsung NX30 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Samsung NX30 Sensor Comparison

Often, it's difficult to see the difference between sensor measurements just by reading technical specs. The photograph below may give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-T1 IR and NX30.

As you have seen, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Samsung NX30 to deliver greater detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs far more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm X-T1 IR is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Samsung NX30 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Samsung NX30 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Samsung NX30 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-T1 IR Portrait photography info
Samsung NX30 Portrait photography info
76
manual focus
good MP (16 megapixels)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
supports face detect autofocus
delivers RAW formats
77
focusing manually
MP count good (20MP)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
comes with face detect focusing
delivers RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Fujifilm X-T1 IR
Street photography with Samsung NX30
75
has a tilting screen
sensor size is good (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
environment sealing
lack of image stabilization
75
screen articulates fully
nice sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
includes touch to focus
above average ISO range (25,600)
no image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-T1 IR as a Sports photography camera
Samsung NX30 as a Sports photography camera
65
quiet mode (1/32,000 seconds)
good MP (16MP)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
environment sealing
comes with phase detect autofocus
lack of image stabilization
terrible battery life (350 per charge)
73
high shutter speed (1/8,000s)
MP count good (20 megapixels)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
comes with tracking focus
has phase detect AF
no image stabilization
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Fujifilm X-T1 IR
Travel photography with Samsung NX30
63
environment sealing
good MP (16 megapixels)
terrible battery life (350 CIPA)
display is not selfie friendly
74
includes touch to focus
MP count good (20MP)
flash built-in
display is selfie friendly
missing Timelapse mode
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-T1 IR Landscape photography information
Samsung NX30 Landscape photography information
71
manual focus
interchangeable lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
pretty good screen size (3")
good MP (16MP)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
does not have low pass filter
delivers RAW formats
environment sealing
lack of image stabilization
terrible battery life (350 CIPA)
71
focusing manually
switch lenses (Samsung NX mount)
screen is a good size (3 inches)
MP count good (20 megapixels)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
above average ISO range (25,600)
delivers RAW formats
no image stabilization
missing Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-T1 IR as a Vlogging camera
Samsung NX30 as a Vlogging camera
33
supports face detect autofocus
video res high (1920 x 1080 pxls)
does have mic support
display is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
75
display is selfie friendly
touchscreen functionality
comes with face detect focusing
video res high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
has microphone socket
no image stabilization
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Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Samsung NX30 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-T1 IR and Samsung NX30
 Fujifilm X-T1 IRSamsung NX30
General Information
Brand FujiFilm Samsung
Model type Fujifilm X-T1 IR Samsung NX30
Type Advanced Mirrorless Advanced Mirrorless
Launched 2015-08-03 2014-01-03
Physical type SLR-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor EXR Processor II DRIMeIV
Sensor type CMOS X-TRANS II CMOS
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor measurements 23.6 x 15.6mm 23.5 x 15.7mm
Sensor surface area 368.2mm² 369.0mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixel 20 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4896 x 3264 5472 x 3648
Highest native ISO 6400 25600
Highest enhanced ISO 51200 -
Min native ISO 200 100
RAW support
Min enhanced ISO 100 -
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Total focus points - 247
Lens
Lens mount type Fujifilm X Samsung NX
Available lenses 54 32
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1.5
Screen
Display type Tilting Fully Articulated
Display size 3 inch 3 inch
Display resolution 1,040k dots 1,036k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Display tech - AMOLED
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 2,360k dots 2,359k dots
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification 0.77x 0.66x
Features
Minimum shutter speed 30s 30s
Fastest shutter speed 1/4000s 1/8000s
Fastest quiet shutter speed 1/32000s -
Continuous shutter rate 8.0fps 9.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 8.00 m (ISO 100) -
Flash options Auto, Forced Flash, Slow Synchro, Suppressed Flash, Rear-curtain Synchro, Commander -
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Fastest flash synchronize 1/180s -
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (30, 60p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 60p) 1920 x 1080 (60p), 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video format H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS Optional None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 440 grams (0.97 lbs) 375 grams (0.83 lbs)
Dimensions 129 x 90 x 47mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 1.9") 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 350 photographs 360 photographs
Battery type Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-W126 BP1410
Self timer Yes (10sec. / 2sec. Delay) Yes (2 - 30 secs)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD / SDHC / SDXC (UHS-II) SD, SDHC, SDXC
Card slots Single Single
Retail cost $1,299 $699