Fujifilm X-T30 vs Samsung NX mini
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84 Overall
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Fujifilm X-T30 vs Samsung NX mini Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 26MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 160 - 12800 (Expand to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 383g - 118 x 83 x 47mm
- Revealed February 2019
- Replaced the Fujifilm X-T20
- Later Model is Fujifilm X-T30 II
(Full Review)
- 20.5MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 160 - 12800 (Push to 25600)
- 1/16000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX-M Mount
- 196g - 110 x 62 x 23mm
- Revealed March 2014

Fujifilm X-T30 vs Samsung NX mini Overview
On this page, we are evaluating the Fujifilm X-T30 versus Samsung NX mini, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Samsung. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T30 (26MP) and NX mini (20.5MP) and the Fujifilm X-T30 (APS-C) and NX mini (1") have different sensor dimensions.

The Fujifilm X-T30 was released 4 years after the NX mini which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm X-T30 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung NX mini being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before going into a full comparison, here is a brief summary of how the Fujifilm X-T30 matches up vs the NX mini for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Fujifilm X-T30 vs Samsung NX mini Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-T30 and Samsung NX mini. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm X-T30 Gallery and Samsung NX mini Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T30 over the Samsung NX mini
Fujifilm X-T30 | NX mini | |||
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Revealed | February 2019 | ![]() | March 2014 | More modern by 60 months |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 461k | Sharper display (+579k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX mini over the Fujifilm X-T30
NX mini | Fujifilm X-T30 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X-T30 and Samsung NX mini
Fujifilm X-T30 | NX mini | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Fujifilm X-T30 vs Samsung NX mini Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-T30 has got outer measurements of 118mm x 83mm x 47mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs) while the Samsung NX mini has proportions of 110mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 196 grams (0.43 lbs).
See the Fujifilm X-T30 versus Samsung NX mini in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm X-T30 vs the NX mini.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-T30 and NX mini is 82 and 93 respectively.

Fujifilm X-T30 vs Samsung NX mini Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizes purely by researching a spec sheet. The picture here may give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-T30 and NX mini.
As you can see, each of these cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-T30 because of its larger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh simpler and the Fujifilm X-T30 will render extra detail as a result of its extra 5.5 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm X-T30 provides a benefit in sensor innovation.

Fujifilm X-T30 vs Samsung NX mini Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm X-T30 vs Samsung NX mini Specifications
Fujifilm X-T30 | Samsung NX mini | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Samsung |
Model type | Fujifilm X-T30 | Samsung NX mini |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2019-02-14 | 2014-03-19 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | X-Processor 4 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1" |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.6mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 366.6mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 26 megapixel | 20.5 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 6240 x 4160 | 5472 x 3648 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
Max boosted ISO | 51200 | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 160 | 160 |
RAW files | ||
Min boosted ISO | 80 | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 425 | 21 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Fujifilm X | Samsung NX-M |
Amount of lenses | 54 | 2 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 1,040k dot | 461k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT-LCD (180 degree tilt) |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/16000s |
Maximum silent shutter speed | 1/32000s | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 20.0 frames/s | 6.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 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 | ||
Maximum flash sync | - | 1/200s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 4096 x 2160 @ 30p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 (all 30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 4096x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.1 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 383 gr (0.84 pounds) | 196 gr (0.43 pounds) |
Physical 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 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 | 380 shots | 650 shots |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-W126S | B740 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2-30 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I supported) | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $899 | $530 |