Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Samsung NX mini
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72 Features
88 Overall
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![Fujifilm X-T30 II front Fujifilm X-T30 II front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Fujifilm-X-T30-II/Fujifilm-X-T30-II-front.jpg)
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93 Imaging
52 Features
68 Overall
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Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Samsung NX mini Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 26MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 160 - 12800 (Push to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 383g - 118 x 83 x 47mm
- Announced September 2021
- Succeeded the Fujifilm X-T30
(Full Review)
- 20.5MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 160 - 12800 (Raise to 25600)
- 1/16000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX-M Mount
- 196g - 110 x 62 x 23mm
- Revealed March 2014
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Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Samsung NX mini Overview
In this article, we are matching up the Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Samsung NX mini, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Samsung. There is a sizable difference among the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T30 II (26MP) and NX mini (20.5MP) and the Fujifilm X-T30 II (APS-C) and NX mini (1") enjoy totally different sensor dimensions.
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The Fujifilm X-T30 II was announced 7 years after the NX mini which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm X-T30 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung NX mini being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go straight into a complete comparison, below is a quick summary of how the Fujifilm X-T30 II grades against the NX mini with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Samsung NX mini Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-T30 II & Samsung NX mini. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm X-T30 II Gallery & Samsung NX mini Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T30 II over the Samsung NX mini
Fujifilm X-T30 II | NX mini | |||
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Revealed | September 2021 | ![]() | March 2014 | Newer by 91 months |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 461k | Crisper display (+579k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX mini over the Fujifilm X-T30 II
NX mini | Fujifilm X-T30 II |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X-T30 II and Samsung NX mini
Fujifilm X-T30 II | NX mini | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Samsung NX mini Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to travel with your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-T30 II provides outside dimensions of 118mm x 83mm x 47mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.9") along with a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX mini has sizing of 110mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 196 grams (0.43 lbs).
Compare the Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Samsung NX mini in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have during that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm X-T30 II vs the NX mini.
![Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Samsung NX mini size comparison Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Samsung NX mini size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-X-T30-II-vs-Samsung-NX-mini-size-comparison.jpg)
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-T30 II and NX mini is 82 and 93 respectively.
![Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Samsung NX mini top view buttons comparison Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Samsung NX mini top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-X-T30-II-vs-Samsung-NX-mini-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Samsung NX mini Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's difficult to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions only by going through a spec sheet. The image here might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-T30 II and NX mini.
As you can see, each of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-T30 II with its larger sensor will make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Fujifilm X-T30 II will provide more detail with its extra 5.5 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos a little more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm X-T30 II is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.
![Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Samsung NX mini sensor size comparison Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Samsung NX mini sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Fujifilm-X-T30-II-vs-Samsung-NX-mini-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Samsung NX mini Screen and ViewFinder
![Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Samsung NX mini Screen and Viewfinder comparison Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Samsung NX mini Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-X-T30-II-vs-Samsung-NX-mini-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Samsung NX mini Specifications
Fujifilm X-T30 II | Samsung NX mini | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Samsung |
Model | Fujifilm X-T30 II | Samsung NX mini |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2021-09-02 | 2014-03-19 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1" |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.6mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor area | 366.6mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 26 megapixels | 20.5 megapixels |
Anti aliasing 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 | 12800 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 51200 | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 160 | 160 |
RAW images | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 80 | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 425 | 21 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Fujifilm X | Samsung NX-M |
Available lenses | 62 | 2 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Tilting |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 1,040 thousand dots | 461 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | - | TFT-LCD (180 degree tilt) |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 900 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/16000 seconds |
Fastest quiet shutter speed | 1/32000 seconds | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 30.0 frames per second | 6.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m (at ISO 100) | - |
Flash settings | Auto, on, slow sync, manual, commander | Smart Flash, auto, auto + redeye reduction, fill-in, fill-in + redeye reduction, 1st curtain, 2nd curtain |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/200 seconds |
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 (all 30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 4096x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 383 grams (0.84 lbs) | 196 grams (0.43 lbs) |
Dimensions | 118 x 83 x 47mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.9") | 110 x 62 x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
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 | 380 photos | 650 photos |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-W126S | B740 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2-30 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I supported) | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $900 | $530 |