Canon S90 vs Samsung EX2F

Here, we will be evaluating the Canon S90 vs Samsung EX2F, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. The resolution of the S90 (10MP) and the EX2F (12MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/1.7").

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The S90 was brought out 3 years before the EX2F and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise overview of how the S90 matches up against the EX2F for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot S90 and Samsung EX2F. The entire galleries are available at Canon S90 Gallery and Samsung EX2F Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon S90 offers external dimensions of 100mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") with a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Samsung EX2F has measurements of 112mm x 62mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).

Look at the Canon S90 vs Samsung EX2F in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select at that moment. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the S90 vs the EX2F.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the S90 and EX2F is 92 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing only by checking technical specs. The graphic underneath might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the S90 and EX2F.

As you can tell, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should expect the Samsung EX2F to resolve greater detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The older S90 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.