Canon SX170 IS vs Samsung EX2F

Its time to look closer at the Canon SX170 IS versus Samsung EX2F, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Samsung. There exists a substantial gap between the resolutions of the SX170 IS (16MP) and EX2F (12MP) and the SX170 IS (1/2.3") and EX2F (1/1.7") feature totally different sensor sizing.

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The SX170 IS was brought out 9 months later than the EX2F so they are both of a similar age. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the SX170 IS scores vs the EX2F with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX170 IS & Samsung EX2F. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX170 IS Gallery & Samsung EX2F Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX170 IS provides outer measurements of 108mm x 71mm x 44mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.7") having a weight of 251 grams (0.55 lbs) whilst the Samsung EX2F has dimensions of 112mm x 62mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX170 IS versus Samsung EX2F in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is the front view size comparison of the SX170 IS compared to the EX2F.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX170 IS and EX2F is 88 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to visualise the gap between sensor measurements purely by reading through technical specs. The graphic here will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SX170 IS and EX2F.

As you can tell, both cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The SX170 IS because of its tinier sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field tougher and the Canon SX170 IS will resolve more detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The fresher SX170 IS is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.