Fujifilm X-T30 vs Samsung NX300
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Fujifilm X-T30 vs Samsung NX300 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 26MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 160 - 12800 (Bump to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 383g - 118 x 83 x 47mm
- Announced February 2019
- Superseded the Fujifilm X-T20
- Replacement is Fujifilm X-T30 II
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 331g - 122 x 64 x 41mm
- Launched November 2013
- Replaced the Samsung NX210
- Successor is Samsung NX500
Fujifilm X-T30 vs Samsung NX300 Overview
Its time to take a more detailed look at the Fujifilm X-T30 and Samsung NX300, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Samsung. There is a large difference among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T30 (26MP) and NX300 (20MP) but they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (APS-C).
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe Fujifilm X-T30 was revealed 5 years after the NX300 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm X-T30 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung NX300 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the Fujifilm X-T30 scores vs the NX300 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Fujifilm X-T30 vs Samsung NX300 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-T30 & Samsung NX300. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-T30 Gallery & Samsung NX300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T30 over the Samsung NX300
Fujifilm X-T30 | NX300 | |||
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Launched | February 2019 | November 2013 | More modern by 64 months | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 768k | Crisper display (+272k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX300 over the Fujifilm X-T30
NX300 | Fujifilm X-T30 | |||
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Display sizing | 3.3" | 3" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-T30 and Samsung NX300
Fujifilm X-T30 | NX300 | |||
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Manual focus | More accurate focus | |||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting display | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Fujifilm X-T30 vs Samsung NX300 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry around your camera, you need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-T30 offers exterior 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) and the Samsung NX300 has proportions of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") and a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs).
See the Fujifilm X-T30 and Samsung NX300 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you use at that moment. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm X-T30 against the NX300.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-T30 and NX300 is 82 and 86 respectively.
Fujifilm X-T30 vs Samsung NX300 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes merely by researching specifications. The pic below will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-T30 and NX300.
To sum up, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Fujifilm X-T30 to provide you with extra detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos far more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm X-T30 provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.
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Fujifilm X-T30 vs Samsung NX300 Specifications
Fujifilm X-T30 | Samsung NX300 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Samsung |
Model | Fujifilm X-T30 | Samsung NX300 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2019-02-14 | 2013-11-24 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | X-Processor 4 | DRIMe IV |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.6mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 366.6mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 26MP | 20MP |
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 | 25600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 51200 | - |
Min native ISO | 160 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 80 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 425 | 247 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Fujifilm X | Samsung NX |
Amount of lenses | 54 | 32 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Tilting | Tilting |
Display size | 3 inches | 3.3 inches |
Resolution of display | 1,040k dot | 768k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | - | Active Matrix OLED screen |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/6000s |
Fastest quiet shutter speed | 1/32000s | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 20.0fps | 9.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m (at ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, on, slow sync, manual, commander | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | - | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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 |
Maximum video resolution | 4096x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.1 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 383g (0.84 lb) | 331g (0.73 lb) |
Dimensions | 118 x 83 x 47mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.9") | 122 x 64 x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 76 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 23.6 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.7 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 942 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 380 shots | 330 shots |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-W126S | BP1130 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $899 | $750 |