Fujifilm X-T2 vs Samsung NX5

Below, we will be reviewing the Fujifilm X-T2 and Samsung NX5, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors FujiFilm and Samsung. There is a sizable difference among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T2 (24MP) and NX5 (15MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor size (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-T2 was brought out 6 years later than the NX5 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a short highlight of how the Fujifilm X-T2 scores against the NX5 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-T2 & Samsung NX5. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-T2 Gallery & Samsung NX5 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-T2 comes with outer measurements of 133mm x 92mm x 49mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 1.9") having a weight of 507 grams (1.12 lbs) while the Samsung NX5 has measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") with a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm X-T2 and Samsung NX5 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the Fujifilm X-T2 versus the NX5.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-T2 and NX5 is 76 and 80 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to envision the contrast in sensor measurements merely by going through specifications. The visual underneath should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-T2 and NX5.

Plainly, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Fujifilm X-T2 to produce more detail having its extra 9MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm X-T2 will have a benefit in sensor technology.