Canon A3400 IS vs Samsung EX2F

Here is a complete analysis of the Canon A3400 IS and Samsung EX2F, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Canon and Samsung. There is a noticeable difference among the resolutions of the A3400 IS (16MP) and EX2F (12MP) and the A3400 IS (1/2.3") and EX2F (1/1.7") use different sensor measurements.

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The A3400 IS was announced 10 months before the EX2F which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the A3400 IS matches up versus the EX2F in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A3400 IS & Samsung EX2F. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon A3400 IS Gallery & Samsung EX2F Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon A3400 IS has external measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Samsung EX2F has dimensions of 112mm x 62mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon A3400 IS and Samsung EX2F in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the A3400 IS vs the EX2F.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the A3400 IS and EX2F is 96 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizing just by looking through a spec sheet. The photograph here should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the A3400 IS and EX2F.

As you can see, both of these cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The A3400 IS using its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF harder and the Canon A3400 IS will result in more detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The older A3400 IS will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.