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Fujifilm X-T3 vs Samsung NX5

Portability
71
Imaging
70
Features
88
Overall
77
Fujifilm X-T3 front
 
Samsung NX5 front
Portability
80
Imaging
55
Features
50
Overall
53

Fujifilm X-T3 vs Samsung NX5 Key Specs

Fujifilm X-T3
(Full Review)
  • 26MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 160 - 12800 (Raise to 51200)
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 4096 x 2160 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 539g - 133 x 93 x 59mm
  • Revealed September 2018
  • Old Model is Fujifilm X-T2
  • Successor is Fujifilm X-T4
Samsung NX5
(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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Fujifilm X-T3 vs Samsung NX5 Overview

In this article, we will be comparing the Fujifilm X-T3 vs Samsung NX5, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers FujiFilm and Samsung. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T3 (26MP) and NX5 (15MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-T3 was revealed 8 years after the NX5 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before we go through a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise overview of how the Fujifilm X-T3 matches up against the NX5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T3 over the Samsung NX5

 Fujifilm X-T3 NX5 
LaunchedSeptember 2018June 2010More modern by 101 months
Screen typeTiltingFixed Tilting screen
Screen resolution1040k230kCrisper screen (+810k dot)
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Reasons to pick Samsung NX5 over the Fujifilm X-T3

 NX5 Fujifilm X-T3 

Common features in the Fujifilm X-T3 and Samsung NX5

 Fujifilm X-T3 NX5 
Focus manually More exact focus
Screen sizing3"3"Equivalent screen dimensions
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen

Fujifilm X-T3 vs Samsung NX5 Physical Comparison

When you are planning to carry around your camera, you should factor its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-T3 features external dimensions of 133mm x 93mm x 59mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 2.3") along with a weight of 539 grams (1.19 lbs) while the Samsung NX5 has sizing 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-T3 vs Samsung NX5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm X-T3 against the NX5.

Fujifilm X-T3 vs Samsung NX5 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-T3 and NX5 is 71 and 80 respectively.

Fujifilm X-T3 vs Samsung NX5 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-T3 vs Samsung NX5 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it is hard to picture the gap in sensor sizes simply by checking out specs. The pic here will offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-T3 and NX5.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should count on the Fujifilm X-T3 to produce extra detail because of its extra 11 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm X-T3 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.

Fujifilm X-T3 vs Samsung NX5 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-T3 vs Samsung NX5 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-T3 vs Samsung NX5 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-T3 Portrait photography factors
Samsung NX5 Portrait photography factors
82
has manual focus
fantastic sensor resolution (26MP)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
supports face detect focusing
exports RAW files
73
manual focus
decent sensor resolution (15MP)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
includes face detect focusing
supports RAW files
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-T3 Street photography features
Samsung NX5 Street photography features
75
screen tilts
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
exports RAW files
supports focus via touch
environment sealing
does not have image stabilization
60
decent sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW files
fixed screen
does not have image stabilization
heavier than others in class (499g)
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Fujifilm X-T3
Sports photography with Samsung NX5
79
maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000 seconds)
silent mode (1/32,000 seconds)
fast continuous shooting (20.0 frames/s)
fantastic sensor resolution (26MP)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
supports tracking focus
environment sealing
supports phase detect AF
does not have image stabilization
52
decent sensor resolution (15MP)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
better than average battery pack (400 per charge)
low fps (3.0 frames per second)
does not have image stabilization
does not have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-T3 Travel photography highlights
Samsung NX5 Travel photography highlights
74
environment sealing
connects via bluetooth
supports focus via touch
fantastic sensor resolution (26MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
63
better than average battery pack (400 CIPA)
decent sensor resolution (15 megapixels)
built-in flash
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
heavier than others in class (499 grams)
screen isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-T3 Landscape photography advice
Samsung NX5 Landscape photography advice
80
has manual focus
change lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
screen is a decent size (3")
fantastic sensor resolution (26MP)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
does not have anti-alias filter
exports RAW files
environment sealing
two card slots
does not have image stabilization
68
manual focus
swap lenses (Samsung NX mount)
decent sized screen (3 inches)
decent sensor resolution (15 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW files
better than average battery pack (400 shots)
does not have image stabilization
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-T3 Vlogging details
Samsung NX5 Vlogging details
34
touchscreen enabled
supports face detect focusing
video resolution high (4096 x 2160 resolution)
comes with mic socket
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
24
includes face detect focusing
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pxls)
doesn't have mic socket
heavier than others in class (499 grams)
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Fujifilm X-T3 vs Samsung NX5 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-T3 and Samsung NX5
 Fujifilm X-T3Samsung NX5
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Samsung
Model Fujifilm X-T3 Samsung NX5
Type Advanced Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Revealed 2018-09-06 2010-06-01
Physical type SLR-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor Chip X-Processor 4 DRIM Engine
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CMOS
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor dimensions 23.5 x 15.6mm 23.4 x 15.6mm
Sensor surface area 366.6mm² 365.0mm²
Sensor resolution 26MP 15MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 6240 x 4160 4592 x 3056
Max native ISO 12800 3200
Max enhanced ISO 51200 -
Minimum native ISO 160 100
RAW support
Minimum enhanced ISO 80 -
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Number of focus points 425 15
Lens
Lens mounting type Fujifilm X Samsung NX
Total lenses 54 32
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1.5
Screen
Type of screen Tilting Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 3" 3"
Resolution of screen 1,040k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Screen technology - Active Matrix OLED screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 3,690k dots -
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification 0.75x 0.57x
Features
Min shutter speed 30 secs 30 secs
Max shutter speed 1/8000 secs 1/4000 secs
Max silent shutter speed 1/32000 secs -
Continuous shutter rate 20.0 frames/s 3.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range no built-in flash 11.00 m
Flash modes no built-in flash Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Max flash synchronize 1/250 secs 1/180 secs
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 4096x2160 (60p/50p/30p/25p/24p/23.98p) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 4096x2160 1280x720
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 H.264
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None Optional
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 539 gr (1.19 lb) 499 gr (1.10 lb)
Dimensions 133 x 93 x 59mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 2.3") 123 x 87 x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 390 images 400 images
Style of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model NP-W126S BP1130
Self timer Yes Yes (2 sec to 30 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage type - SD/SDHC
Card slots Two 1
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