Fujifilm X-T20 vs Samsung NX5
83 Imaging
66 Features
82 Overall
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80 Imaging
54 Features
50 Overall
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Fujifilm X-T20 vs Samsung NX5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 12800 (Increase to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 383g - 118 x 83 x 41mm
- Launched January 2017
- Older Model is Fujifilm X-T10
- Successor is Fujifilm X-T30
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 499g - 123 x 87 x 40mm
- Launched June 2010
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Below is a complete review of the Fujifilm X-T20 and Samsung NX5, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Samsung. There is a sizable difference among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T20 (24MP) and NX5 (15MP) but they possess the exact same sensor sizes (APS-C).
Photography GlossaryThe Fujifilm X-T20 was unveiled 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 delving in to a full comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the Fujifilm X-T20 scores vs the NX5 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T20 over the Samsung NX5
| Fujifilm X-T20 | NX5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | January 2017 | June 2010 | More recent by 81 months | |
| Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
| Screen resolution | 920k | 230k | Sharper screen (+690k dot) | |
| Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX5 over the Fujifilm X-T20
| NX5 | Fujifilm X-T20 |
|---|
Common features in the Fujifilm X-T20 and Samsung NX5
| Fujifilm X-T20 | NX5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus | Dial precise focus | |||
| Screen dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical screen dimensions | |
| Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen |
Fujifilm X-T20 vs Samsung NX5 Physical Comparison
If you're going to lug around your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-T20 offers physical measurements of 118mm x 83mm x 41mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.6") along with a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs) and the Samsung NX5 has dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") and a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).
Compare the Fujifilm X-T20 and Samsung NX5 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have at the time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm X-T20 versus the NX5.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-T20 and NX5 is 83 and 80 respectively.
Fujifilm X-T20 vs Samsung NX5 Sensor Comparison
Generally, its tough to imagine the difference in sensor measurements only by researching specifications. The visual below should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-T20 and NX5.
Plainly, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Fujifilm X-T20 to provide you with greater detail having an extra 9 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm X-T20 should have an advantage in sensor technology.
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Fujifilm X-T20 vs Samsung NX5 Specifications
| Fujifilm X-T20 | Samsung NX5 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | FujiFilm | Samsung |
| Model type | Fujifilm X-T20 | Samsung NX5 |
| Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Launched | 2017-01-18 | 2010-06-01 |
| Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | X-Processor Pro2 | DRIM Engine |
| Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS III | CMOS |
| Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
| Sensor measurements | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
| Sensor area | 368.2mm² | 365.0mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 15 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4592 x 3056 |
| Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
| Maximum boosted ISO | 51200 | - |
| Lowest native ISO | 200 | 100 |
| RAW format | ||
| Lowest boosted ISO | 100 | - |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Total focus points | 325 | 15 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | Fujifilm X | Samsung NX |
| Available lenses | 54 | 32 |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Resolution of display | 920k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Display tech | - | Active Matrix OLED screen |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
| Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | - |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | 0.57x |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
| Maximum quiet shutter speed | 1/32000 seconds | - |
| Continuous shooting rate | 14.0fps | 3.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 5.00 m (ISO 100) | 11.00 m |
| Flash modes | 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 | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Maximum flash synchronize | 1/180 seconds | 1/180 seconds |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| 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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
| Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
| Microphone support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | Optional | Optional |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 383g (0.84 pounds) | 499g (1.10 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 118 x 83 x 41mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.6") | 123 x 87 x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 350 shots | 400 shots |
| Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | NP-W126S | BP1130 |
| Self timer | Yes (10sec. / 2sec. Delay) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage type | SD / SDHC / SDXC (UHS-II compatible) | SD/SDHC |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Retail price | $900 | $499 |