Canon G12 vs Samsung EX2F

Below is a extensive overview of the Canon G12 and Samsung EX2F, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Canon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the G12 (10MP) and the EX2F (12MP) is very similar and both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/1.7").

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The G12 was introduced 23 months prior to the EX2F making them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the G12 grades vs the EX2F with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G12 & Samsung EX2F. The whole galleries are provided at Canon G12 Gallery & Samsung EX2F Gallery.

If you are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon G12 provides outside dimensions of 112mm x 76mm x 48mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.9") and a weight of 401 grams (0.88 lbs) and the Samsung EX2F has dimensions of 112mm x 62mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).

Look at the Canon G12 and Samsung EX2F in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the G12 against the EX2F.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the G12 and EX2F is 83 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements only by going over a spec sheet. The photograph here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the G12 and EX2F.

As you can see, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You can expect to see the Samsung EX2F to offer you extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics more aggressively. The older G12 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.