Canon A1100 IS vs Samsung EX2F
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Canon A1100 IS vs Samsung EX2F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-140mm (F2.7-5.6) lens
- 150g - 95 x 62 x 31mm
- Announced February 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-80mm (F1.4-2.7) lens
- 294g - 112 x 62 x 29mm
- Launched December 2012
Canon A1100 IS vs Samsung EX2F Overview
The following is a complete assessment of the Canon A1100 IS vs Samsung EX2F, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Canon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the A1100 IS (12MP) and the EX2F (12MP) is relatively similar but the A1100 IS (1/2.3") and EX2F (1/1.7") posses different sensor size.
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe A1100 IS was unveiled 4 years earlier than the EX2F which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a full comparison, here is a brief summary of how the A1100 IS grades against the EX2F in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Canon A1100 IS vs Samsung EX2F Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A1100 IS & Samsung EX2F. The full galleries are available at Canon A1100 IS Gallery & Samsung EX2F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A1100 IS over the Samsung EX2F
A1100 IS | EX2F | |||
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Screen resolution | 115k | 0k | Crisper screen (+115k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung EX2F over the Canon A1100 IS
EX2F | A1100 IS | |||
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Launched | December 2012 | February 2009 | Newer by 46 months | |
Manually focus | Dial exact focus | |||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Common features in the Canon A1100 IS and Samsung EX2F
A1100 IS | EX2F | |||
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Touch friendly screen | Neither features Touch friendly screen |
Canon A1100 IS vs Samsung EX2F Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to travel with your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Canon A1100 IS enjoys outer dimensions of 95mm x 62mm x 31mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Samsung EX2F has specifications of 112mm x 62mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).
Contrast the Canon A1100 IS vs Samsung EX2F in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use during that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the A1100 IS and the EX2F.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the A1100 IS and EX2F is 93 and 90 respectively.
Canon A1100 IS vs Samsung EX2F Sensor Comparison
Usually, its hard to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by reading a spec sheet. The pic underneath should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the A1100 IS and EX2F.
Clearly, both of the cameras come with the identical resolution albeit different sensor dimensions. The A1100 IS offers the tinier sensor which will make obtaining shallower depth of field trickier. The more aged A1100 IS is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
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Canon A1100 IS vs Samsung EX2F Specifications
Canon PowerShot A1100 IS | Samsung EX2F | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Samsung |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A1100 IS | Samsung EX2F |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2009-02-18 | 2012-12-18 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/1.7" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 41.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-140mm (4.0x) | 24-80mm (3.3x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.7-5.6 | f/1.4-2.7 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 4.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Screen size | 2.5" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 115 thousand dot | 0 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | - | AMOLED |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (tunnel) | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15s | - |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1600s | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow syncro, Manual |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 150 grams (0.33 lbs) | 294 grams (0.65 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 62 x 31mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 112 x 62 x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 48 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 20.0 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.5 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 209 |
Other | ||
Battery ID | 2 x AA | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/HD MMCplus | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $160 | $478 |