Canon A1300 vs Samsung EX2F

On this page, we will be looking at the Canon A1300 and Samsung EX2F, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Canon and Samsung. There exists a sizeable gap among the resolutions of the A1300 (16MP) and EX2F (12MP) and the A1300 (1/2.3") and EX2F (1/1.7") provide different sensor size.

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The A1300 was revealed 10 months earlier than the EX2F which means that they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a brief summation of how the A1300 grades versus the EX2F in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A1300 and Samsung EX2F. The full galleries are provided at Canon A1300 Gallery and Samsung EX2F Gallery.

If you're intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and size. The Canon A1300 offers outside dimensions of 95mm x 62mm x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 174 grams (0.38 lbs) and 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).

Examine the Canon A1300 and Samsung EX2F in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the A1300 and the EX2F.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A1300 and EX2F is 93 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, its hard to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions only by seeing a spec sheet. The pic underneath will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the A1300 and EX2F.

Clearly, both cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The A1300 using its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF trickier and the Canon A1300 will produce more detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged A1300 will be behind in sensor tech.