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Fujifilm X-T2 vs Samsung NX30

Portability
76
Imaging
67
Features
79
Overall
71
Fujifilm X-T2 front
 
Samsung NX30 front
Portability
75
Imaging
63
Features
85
Overall
71

Fujifilm X-T2 vs Samsung NX30 Key Specs

Fujifilm X-T2
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3.2" Tilting Display
  • ISO 200 - 12800 (Increase to 51200)
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 507g - 133 x 92 x 49mm
  • Revealed July 2016
  • Earlier Model is Fujifilm X-T1
  • Updated by Fujifilm X-T3
Samsung NX30
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Display
  • ISO 100 - 25600
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Samsung NX Mount
  • 375g - 127 x 96 x 58mm
  • Revealed January 2014
  • Replaced the Samsung NX20
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Fujifilm X-T2 vs Samsung NX30 Overview

Let's look much closer at the Fujifilm X-T2 versus Samsung NX30, both Advanced Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X-T2 (24MP) and the NX30 (20MP) is fairly comparable and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-T2 was introduced 2 years later than the NX30 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the Fujifilm X-T2 scores against the NX30 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T2 over the Samsung NX30

 Fujifilm X-T2 NX30 
RevealedJuly 2016January 2014Fresher by 31 months
Display sizing3.2"3"Larger display (+0.2")
Display resolution1040k1036kSharper display (+4k dot)

Reasons to pick Samsung NX30 over the Fujifilm X-T2

 NX30 Fujifilm X-T2 
Display typeFully ArticulatedTiltingFully Articulating display
Selfie screen Easy selfies
Touch display Easily navigate

Common features in the Fujifilm X-T2 and Samsung NX30

 Fujifilm X-T2 NX30 
Focus manually Very precise focus

Fujifilm X-T2 vs Samsung NX30 Physical Comparison

When you are planning to carry your camera, you have to take into account its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-T2 has external measurements of 133mm x 92mm x 49mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 1.9") having a weight of 507 grams (1.12 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX30 has sizing of 127mm x 96mm x 58mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.3") along with a weight of 375 grams (0.83 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm X-T2 versus Samsung NX30 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm X-T2 against the NX30.

Fujifilm X-T2 vs Samsung NX30 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-T2 and NX30 is 76 and 75 respectively.

Fujifilm X-T2 vs Samsung NX30 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-T2 vs Samsung NX30 Sensor Comparison

Usually, its tough to see the gap in sensor sizing simply by going through specifications. The photograph below may provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-T2 and NX30.

To sum up, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Fujifilm X-T2 to show extra detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics far more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm X-T2 is going to have an advantage in sensor innovation.

Fujifilm X-T2 vs Samsung NX30 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-T2 vs Samsung NX30 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-T2 vs Samsung NX30 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-T2 as a Portrait photography camera
Samsung NX30 as a Portrait photography camera
80
has manual focus
decent sensor resolution (24MP)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
includes face detect focusing
saves RAW files
77
focusing manually
good megapixels (20MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
includes face detect focus
supports RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-T2 Street photography advice
Samsung NX30 Street photography advice
75
screen tilts
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
saves RAW files
weather proof
no image stabilization
75
screen articulates fully
good sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
provides focus by touch
good high ISO (25,600)
does not have image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Fujifilm X-T2
Sports photography with Samsung NX30
72
maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000 seconds)
silent shutter (1/32,000 seconds)
decent sensor resolution (24MP)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
includes tracking focus
weather proof
comes with phase detect AF
no image stabilization
terrible battery (340 shots)
73
high shutter speed (1/8,000s)
good megapixels (20MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
includes tracking focus
comes with phase detect auto focus
does not have image stabilization
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-T2 Travel photography advice
Samsung NX30 Travel photography advice
63
weather proof
decent sensor resolution (24 megapixels)
terrible battery (340 CIPA)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
74
provides focus by touch
good megapixels (20MP)
built-in flash
screen is selfie friendly
lack of Timelapse function
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-T2 Landscape photography highlights
Samsung NX30 Landscape photography highlights
75
has manual focus
change lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
screen size is good (3.2 inch)
decent sensor resolution (24MP)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
no anti-alias filter
saves RAW files
weather proof
2 card slots
no image stabilization
terrible battery (340 CIPA)
71
focusing manually
switch lenses (Samsung NX mount)
screen is a good size (3 inch)
good megapixels (20 megapixels)
good sensor size (APS-C)
good high ISO (25,600)
supports RAW formats
does not have image stabilization
lack of Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-T2 Vlogging factors
Samsung NX30 Vlogging factors
33
includes face detect focusing
high res video (3840 x 2160 pixels)
does have mic support
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
no image stabilization
75
screen is selfie friendly
built-in touchscreen
includes face detect focus
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
does have microphone jack
does not have image stabilization
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Fujifilm X-T2 vs Samsung NX30 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-T2 and Samsung NX30
 Fujifilm X-T2Samsung NX30
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Samsung
Model type Fujifilm X-T2 Samsung NX30
Class Advanced Mirrorless Advanced Mirrorless
Revealed 2016-07-07 2014-01-03
Body design SLR-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor Chip X-Processor Pro2 DRIMeIV
Sensor type CMOS X-TRANS III CMOS
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor measurements 23.6 x 15.6mm 23.5 x 15.7mm
Sensor area 368.2mm² 369.0mm²
Sensor resolution 24MP 20MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 6000 x 4000 5472 x 3648
Max native ISO 12800 25600
Max enhanced ISO 51200 -
Lowest native ISO 200 100
RAW support
Lowest enhanced ISO 100 -
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch to focus
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Total focus points 325 247
Lens
Lens mount type Fujifilm X Samsung NX
Total lenses 54 32
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1.5
Screen
Range of display Tilting Fully Articulated
Display sizing 3.2" 3"
Display resolution 1,040k dot 1,036k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Display tech - AMOLED
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 2,360k dot 2,359k dot
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification 0.77x 0.66x
Features
Min shutter speed 30 seconds 30 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/8000 seconds 1/8000 seconds
Max quiet shutter speed 1/32000 seconds -
Continuous shutter speed 14.0 frames/s 9.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance no built-in flash -
Flash modes Auto, standard, slow sync, manual, commander -
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Max flash sync 1/250 seconds -
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 3840 x 2160 (29.97p, 25p, 24p, 23.98p), 1920 x 1080 (59.94p, 50p, 29.97p, 25p, 24p, 23.98p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p) 1920 x 1080 (60p), 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240
Max video resolution 3840x2160 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 3.0 (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 507 gr (1.12 lb) 375 gr (0.83 lb)
Dimensions 133 x 92 x 49mm (5.2" x 3.6" 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 340 shots 360 shots
Form of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-W126S BP1410
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 secs) Yes (2 - 30 secs)
Time lapse recording
Storage media Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC UHS II SD, SDHC, SDXC
Storage slots 2 1
Retail pricing $1,600 $699