Canon SX160 IS vs Samsung EX2F

Below is a detailed analysis of the Canon SX160 IS vs Samsung EX2F, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the SX160 IS (16MP) and EX2F (12MP) and the SX160 IS (1/2.3") and EX2F (1/1.7") have different sensor size.

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The SX160 IS was revealed 7 months later than the EX2F so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the SX160 IS scores vs the EX2F in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX160 IS and Samsung EX2F. The full galleries are available at Canon SX160 IS Gallery and Samsung EX2F Gallery.

If you are going to lug around your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX160 IS features outside measurements of 111mm x 73mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 291 grams (0.64 lbs) whilst 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).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the SX160 IS vs the EX2F.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SX160 IS and EX2F is 86 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, its hard to imagine the gap in sensor measurements simply by looking through technical specs. The visual here may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SX160 IS and EX2F.

As you have seen, both of the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The SX160 IS with its smaller sensor is going to make shooting bokeh trickier and the Canon SX160 IS will provide you with extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The newer SX160 IS provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.