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Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Samsung Galaxy NX

Portability
82
Imaging
72
Features
88
Overall
78
Fujifilm X-T30 II front
 
Samsung Galaxy NX front
Portability
82
Imaging
62
Features
76
Overall
67

Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Samsung Galaxy NX Key Specs

Fujifilm X-T30 II
(Full Review)
  • 26MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Display
  • ISO 160 - 12800 (Expand to 51200)
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 4096 x 2160 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 383g - 118 x 83 x 47mm
  • Introduced September 2021
  • Earlier Model is Fujifilm X-T30
Samsung Galaxy NX
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 4.8" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 25600
  • 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Samsung NX Mount
  • 495g - 137 x 101 x 26mm
  • Introduced June 2013
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Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Samsung Galaxy NX Overview

Its time to take a closer look at the Fujifilm X-T30 II versus Samsung Galaxy NX, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Samsung. There exists a substantial gap between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T30 II (26MP) and Galaxy NX (20MP) but they come with the same exact sensor size (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-T30 II was manufactured 8 years after the Galaxy NX which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before getting in to a full comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the Fujifilm X-T30 II grades versus the Galaxy NX when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T30 II over the Samsung Galaxy NX

 Fujifilm X-T30 II Galaxy NX 
IntroducedSeptember 2021June 2013Newer by 100 months
Screen typeTiltingFixed Tilting screen
Screen resolution1040k922kCrisper screen (+118k dot)

Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy NX over the Fujifilm X-T30 II

 Galaxy NX Fujifilm X-T30 II 
Screen sizing4.8"3"Bigger screen (+1.8")

Common features in the Fujifilm X-T30 II and Samsung Galaxy NX

 Fujifilm X-T30 II Galaxy NX 
Manual focus More exact focusing
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Samsung Galaxy NX Physical Comparison

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-T30 II has got physical measurements of 118mm x 83mm x 47mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.9") with a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs) whilst the Samsung Galaxy NX has specifications of 137mm x 101mm x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") along with a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm X-T30 II versus Samsung Galaxy NX in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm X-T30 II versus the Galaxy NX.

Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Samsung Galaxy NX size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-T30 II and Galaxy NX is 82 and 82 respectively.

Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Samsung Galaxy NX top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Samsung Galaxy NX Sensor Comparison

Quite often, its tough to envision the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The image underneath should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-T30 II and Galaxy NX.

As you can see, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Fujifilm X-T30 II to offer you greater detail due to its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots far more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm X-T30 II will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.

Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Samsung Galaxy NX sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Samsung Galaxy NX Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Samsung Galaxy NX Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-T30 II Portrait photography info
Samsung Galaxy NX Portrait photography info
83
focusing manually
fantastic sensor resolution (26 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
comes with face detection autofocus
exports RAW files
77
manual focus
good MP (20MP)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
offers face detection focus
delivers RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-T30 II Street photography factors
Samsung Galaxy NX Street photography factors
79
has a tilting screen
decent sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW files
boasts touch focus
does not have image stabilization
68
sensor size is good (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
includes focus via touch
great high ISO (25,600)
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
more heavy than others in class (495g)
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-T30 II Sports photography info
Samsung Galaxy NX Sports photography info
79
silent shutter (1/32,000 seconds)
fast shooting (30.0 frames per second)
fantastic sensor resolution (26MP)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
comes with tracking autofocus
better than average battery power (380 shots)
sensor has phase detect autofocus
does not have image stabilization
72
maximum shutter speed is high (1/6,000 seconds)
good MP (20 megapixels)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
good battery life (440 CIPA)
has phase detect auto focus
lack of image stabilization
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-T30 II as a Travel photography camera
Samsung Galaxy NX as a Travel photography camera
80
better than average battery power (380 CIPA)
has bluetooth
boasts touch focus
fantastic sensor resolution (26 megapixels)
built-in flash
screen isn't selfie friendly
68
good battery life (440 CIPA)
includes focus via touch
good MP (20MP)
has built in flash
does not have Timelapse mode
more heavy than others in class (495 grams)
display is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-T30 II Landscape photography highlights
Samsung Galaxy NX Landscape photography highlights
81
focusing manually
change lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
decent sized screen (3 inch)
fantastic sensor resolution (26 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
doesnt have anti aliasing filter
exports RAW files
better than average battery power (380 per charge)
does not have image stabilization
73
manual focus
interchangeable lenses (Samsung NX mount)
very good size screen (4.8 inch)
good MP (20MP)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
great high ISO (25,600)
delivers RAW formats
good battery life (440 per charge)
lack of image stabilization
does not have Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-T30 II Vlogging features
Samsung Galaxy NX Vlogging features
36
screen is touchscreen
comes with face detection autofocus
video res high (4096 x 2160 pixels)
includes external mic socket
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
34
touchscreen
offers face detection focus
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
has external microphone support
display is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
more heavy than others in class (495g)
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Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Samsung Galaxy NX Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-T30 II and Samsung Galaxy NX
 Fujifilm X-T30 IISamsung Galaxy NX
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Samsung
Model type Fujifilm X-T30 II Samsung Galaxy NX
Category Entry-Level Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Introduced 2021-09-02 2013-06-20
Physical type SLR-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Chip - DRIMe IV
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CMOS
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor measurements 23.5 x 15.6mm 23.5 x 15.7mm
Sensor area 366.6mm² 369.0mm²
Sensor resolution 26MP 20MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 6240 x 4160 5472 x 3648
Maximum native ISO 12800 25600
Maximum enhanced ISO 51200 -
Min native ISO 160 100
RAW support
Min enhanced ISO 80 -
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
Continuous AF
AF single
Tracking AF
Selective AF
AF center weighted
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Total focus points 425 -
Lens
Lens mount type Fujifilm X Samsung NX
Amount of lenses 62 32
Crop factor 1.5 1.5
Screen
Type of display Tilting Fixed Type
Display sizing 3 inch 4.8 inch
Resolution of display 1,040 thousand dots 922 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Display tech - HD TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 2,360 thousand dots -
Viewfinder coverage 100% -
Viewfinder magnification 0.62x -
Features
Minimum shutter speed 900s 30s
Fastest shutter speed 1/4000s 1/6000s
Fastest quiet shutter speed 1/32000s -
Continuous shutter rate 30.0 frames per second 9.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 5.00 m (at ISO 100) -
Flash settings Auto, on, slow sync, manual, commander Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Fastest flash synchronize - 1/180s
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 4096 x 2160 @ 30p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 25p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 24p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 23.98p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240
Maximum video resolution 4096x2160 1920x1080
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None BuiltIn
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 383 grams (0.84 lbs) 495 grams (1.09 lbs)
Dimensions 118 x 83 x 47mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.9") 137 x 101 x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 380 shots 440 shots
Form of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-W126S -
Self timer Yes Yes (2 sec to 30 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I supported) SD/SDHC/SDXC
Card slots One One
Price at release $900 $1,300