Fujifilm X10 vs Samsung NX1000

In this article, we will be evaluating the Fujifilm X10 vs Samsung NX1000, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors FujiFilm and Samsung. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the Fujifilm X10 (12MP) and NX1000 (20MP) and the Fujifilm X10 (2/3") and NX1000 (APS-C) use totally different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm X10 was introduced 3 months later than the NX1000 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm X10 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX1000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting through a thorough comparison, below is a simple view of how the Fujifilm X10 scores versus the NX1000 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X10 and Samsung NX1000. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X10 Gallery and Samsung NX1000 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X10 enjoys external dimensions of 117mm x 70mm x 57mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 2.2") accompanied by a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) while the Samsung NX1000 has sizing of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") along with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

Check the Fujifilm X10 vs Samsung NX1000 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm X10 compared to the NX1000.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X10 and NX1000 is 83 and 90 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizing purely by researching specifications. The visual below might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X10 and NX1000.

Plainly, both of those cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X10 with its smaller sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field harder and the Samsung NX1000 will provide you with extra detail using its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively.