Fujifilm X-T30 vs Samsung NX5

Here, we will be comparing the Fujifilm X-T30 versus Samsung NX5, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Samsung. There exists a noticeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T30 (26MP) and NX5 (15MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-T30 was launched 8 years later than the NX5 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before delving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the Fujifilm X-T30 grades against the NX5 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-T30 & Samsung NX5. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm X-T30 Gallery & Samsung NX5 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-T30 has got outer dimensions of 118mm x 83mm x 47mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX5 has proportions of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm X-T30 versus the NX5.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-T30 and NX5 is 82 and 80 respectively.

More often than not, its difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizing simply by going over specs. The visual here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-T30 and NX5.

All in all, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Fujifilm X-T30 to offer you greater detail utilizing its extra 11MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm X-T30 should have an edge in sensor innovation.