Fujifilm X-T20 vs Samsung NX300
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Fujifilm X-T20 vs Samsung NX300 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 12800 (Expand to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 383g - 118 x 83 x 41mm
- Launched January 2017
- Earlier Model is Fujifilm X-T10
- Renewed by Fujifilm X-T30
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 331g - 122 x 64 x 41mm
- Revealed November 2013
- Succeeded the Samsung NX210
- Refreshed by Samsung NX500

Fujifilm X-T20 vs Samsung NX300 Overview
Below is a thorough analysis of the Fujifilm X-T20 and Samsung NX300, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by companies FujiFilm and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X-T20 (24MP) and the NX300 (20MP) is relatively close and they enjoy the same exact sensor size (APS-C).

The Fujifilm X-T20 was brought out 3 years later than the NX300 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm X-T20 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung NX300 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the Fujifilm X-T20 matches up versus the NX300 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Fujifilm X-T20 vs Samsung NX300 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-T20 & Samsung NX300. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-T20 Gallery & Samsung NX300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T20 over the Samsung NX300
Fujifilm X-T20 | NX300 | |||
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Revealed | January 2017 | ![]() | November 2013 | More recent by 39 months |
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 768k | Sharper screen (+152k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX300 over the Fujifilm X-T20
NX300 | Fujifilm X-T20 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3.3" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-T20 and Samsung NX300
Fujifilm X-T20 | NX300 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Fujifilm X-T20 vs Samsung NX300 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-T20 provides physical dimensions of 118mm x 83mm x 41mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.6") with a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs) while the Samsung NX300 has dimensions of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") having a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs).
Check the Fujifilm X-T20 and Samsung NX300 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have during that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm X-T20 against the NX300.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-T20 and NX300 is 83 and 86 respectively.

Fujifilm X-T20 vs Samsung NX300 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is hard to envision the gap in sensor measurements simply by viewing specifications. The graphic underneath might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-T20 and NX300.
To sum up, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Fujifilm X-T20 to render more detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm X-T20 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.

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Fujifilm X-T20 vs Samsung NX300 Specifications
Fujifilm X-T20 | Samsung NX300 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Samsung |
Model type | Fujifilm X-T20 | Samsung NX300 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2017-01-18 | 2013-11-24 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | X-Processor Pro2 | DRIMe IV |
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 | 24 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 5472 x 3648 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 51200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 325 | 247 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Fujifilm X | Samsung NX |
Amount of lenses | 54 | 32 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Tilting | Tilting |
Display size | 3" | 3.3" |
Resolution of display | 920 thousand dot | 768 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | - | Active Matrix OLED screen |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/6000 seconds |
Maximum quiet shutter speed | 1/32000 seconds | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 14.0fps | 9.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m (ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, forced flash, slow synchro, flash off, rear-curtain synchro, commander | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/180 seconds | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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, 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video file 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 | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 383 grams (0.84 lb) | 331 grams (0.73 lb) |
Dimensions | 118 x 83 x 41mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.6") | 122 x 64 x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 76 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.6 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.7 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 942 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 photos | 330 photos |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-W126S | BP1130 |
Self timer | Yes (10sec. / 2sec. Delay) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC / SDXC (UHS-II compatible) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail price | $900 | $750 |