Fujifilm X-T30 vs Samsung NX500

Following is a detailed assessment of the Fujifilm X-T30 vs Samsung NX500, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Samsung. The resolution of the Fujifilm X-T30 (26MP) and the NX500 (28MP) is fairly similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-T30 was introduced 4 years after the NX500 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm X-T30 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung NX500 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting into a complete comparison, here is a brief overview of how the Fujifilm X-T30 grades against the NX500 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-T30 & Samsung NX500. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm X-T30 Gallery & Samsung NX500 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry around your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-T30 enjoys 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) while the Samsung NX500 has measurements of 120mm x 64mm x 43mm (4.7" x 2.5" x 1.7") with a weight of 287 grams (0.63 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the Fujifilm X-T30 compared to the NX500.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-T30 and NX500 is 82 and 87 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to picture the difference between sensor sizes simply by going over a spec sheet. The image below will give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-T30 and NX500.

Clearly, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You can anticipate the Samsung NX500 to offer greater detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm X-T30 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.