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Fujifilm X-T20 vs Samsung NX30

Portability
83
Imaging
67
Features
82
Overall
73
Fujifilm X-T20 front
 
Samsung NX30 front
Portability
75
Imaging
62
Features
85
Overall
71

Fujifilm X-T20 vs Samsung NX30 Key Specs

Fujifilm X-T20
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 200 - 12800 (Bump to 51200)
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 383g - 118 x 83 x 41mm
  • Announced January 2017
  • Old Model is Fujifilm X-T10
  • Later Model is Fujifilm X-T30
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
  • Superseded the Samsung NX20
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Fujifilm X-T20 vs Samsung NX30 Overview

In this write-up, we are analyzing the Fujifilm X-T20 versus Samsung NX30, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals FujiFilm and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X-T20 (24MP) and the NX30 (20MP) is very well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-T20 was manufactured 3 years later than the NX30 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a short summation of how the Fujifilm X-T20 scores vs the NX30 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T20 over the Samsung NX30

 Fujifilm X-T20 NX30 
RevealedJanuary 2017January 2014Fresher by 38 months

Reasons to pick Samsung NX30 over the Fujifilm X-T20

 NX30 Fujifilm X-T20 
Display typeFully ArticulatedTiltingFully Articulating display
Display resolution1036k920kCrisper display (+116k dot)
Selfie screen Easy selfies

Common features in the Fujifilm X-T20 and Samsung NX30

 Fujifilm X-T20 NX30 
Focus manually Dial accurate focusing
Display sizing3"3"Equivalent display sizing
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Fujifilm X-T20 vs Samsung NX30 Physical Comparison

In case you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-T20 comes with exterior dimensions of 118mm x 83mm x 41mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs) and the Samsung NX30 has specifications of 127mm x 96mm x 58mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.3") and a weight of 375 grams (0.83 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm X-T20 versus Samsung NX30 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm X-T20 and the NX30.

Fujifilm X-T20 vs Samsung NX30 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-T20 and NX30 is 83 and 75 respectively.

Fujifilm X-T20 vs Samsung NX30 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-T20 vs Samsung NX30 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it is hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing purely by checking specs. The photograph underneath might give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-T20 and NX30.

As you can plainly see, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Fujifilm X-T20 to give you greater detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics far more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm X-T20 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm X-T20 vs Samsung NX30 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-T20 vs Samsung NX30 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-T20 vs Samsung NX30 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-T20 Portrait photography factors
Samsung NX30 Portrait photography factors
80
manual focus
decent sensor resolution (24 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
comes with face detect focus
supports RAW files
77
manual focus
megapixel count decent (20MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
comes with face detect focusing
delivers RAW files
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-T20 Street photography advice
Samsung NX30 Street photography advice
78
has a tilting screen
decent sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW files
includes touch focus
does not have image stabilization
75
screen articulates fully
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
supports touch to focus
good ISO range (25,600)
no image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-T20 Sports photography advice
Samsung NX30 Sports photography advice
75
silent shutter (1/32,000s)
decent sensor resolution (24MP)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
comes with tracking focus
has phase detect auto focus
does not have image stabilization
72
high shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
megapixel count decent (20MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
comes with tracking focus
supports phase detect AF
no image stabilization
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-T20 Travel photography info
Samsung NX30 Travel photography info
76
includes touch focus
decent sensor resolution (24MP)
has built in flash
does not posses selfie friendly screen
74
supports touch to focus
megapixel count decent (20 megapixels)
flash built-in
selfie friendly display
no Timelapse mode
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-T20 as a Landscape photography camera
Samsung NX30 as a Landscape photography camera
78
manual focus
swap lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
nice screen size (3 inch)
decent sensor resolution (24MP)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
does not have anti-alias filter
supports RAW files
does not have image stabilization
71
manual focus
change lenses (Samsung NX mount)
decent sized screen (3 inch)
megapixel count decent (20 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
good ISO range (25,600)
delivers RAW files
no image stabilization
no Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Fujifilm X-T20
Vlogging with Samsung NX30
36
touchscreen functionality
comes with face detect focus
high video quality (3840 x 2160 resolution)
has microphone support
does not posses selfie friendly screen
does not have image stabilization
75
selfie friendly display
touchscreen capability
comes with face detect focusing
great video quality (1920 x 1080 pxls)
comes with microphone jack
no image stabilization
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Fujifilm X-T20 vs Samsung NX30 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-T20 and Samsung NX30
 Fujifilm X-T20Samsung NX30
General Information
Company FujiFilm Samsung
Model Fujifilm X-T20 Samsung NX30
Type Entry-Level Mirrorless Advanced Mirrorless
Announced 2017-01-18 2014-01-03
Body design SLR-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor 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 aliasing 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 -
Minimum native ISO 200 100
RAW images
Minimum enhanced ISO 100 -
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch focus
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Number of focus points 325 247
Lens
Lens mounting type Fujifilm X Samsung NX
Available lenses 54 32
Crop factor 1.5 1.5
Screen
Screen type Tilting Fully Articulated
Screen size 3 inches 3 inches
Screen resolution 920k dot 1,036k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Screen tech - AMOLED
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 2,360k dot 2,359k dot
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification 0.62x 0.66x
Features
Minimum shutter speed 30 secs 30 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/4000 secs 1/8000 secs
Fastest silent shutter speed 1/32000 secs -
Continuous shutter speed 14.0 frames per sec 9.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 5.00 m (ISO 100) -
Flash settings Auto, forced flash, slow synchro, flash off, rear-curtain synchro, commander -
External flash
AEB
WB bracketing
Fastest flash sync 1/180 secs -
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
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 format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone input
Headphone input
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
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 383 gr (0.84 lbs) 375 gr (0.83 lbs)
Dimensions 118 x 83 x 41mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.6") 127 x 96 x 58mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.3")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested 77
DXO Color Depth score not tested 23.5
DXO Dynamic range score not tested 12.4
DXO Low light score not tested 1014
Other
Battery life 350 photos 360 photos
Battery format Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model NP-W126S BP1410
Self timer Yes (10sec. / 2sec. Delay) Yes (2 - 30 secs)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD / SDHC / SDXC (UHS-II compatible) SD, SDHC, SDXC
Storage slots 1 1
Price at release $900 $699