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FujiFilm F300EXR vs Samsung EX2F

Portability
91
Imaging
36
Features
33
Overall
34
FujiFilm FinePix F300EXR front
 
Samsung EX2F front
Portability
90
Imaging
37
Features
62
Overall
47

FujiFilm F300EXR vs Samsung EX2F Key Specs

FujiFilm F300EXR
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200 (Boost to 12800)
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-360mm (F3.5-5.3) lens
  • 215g - 104 x 59 x 33mm
  • Announced July 2010
  • Alternate Name is FinePix F305EXR
Samsung EX2F
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-80mm (F1.4-2.7) lens
  • 294g - 112 x 62 x 29mm
  • Launched December 2012
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FujiFilm F300EXR vs Samsung EX2F Overview

On this page, we are analyzing the FujiFilm F300EXR and Samsung EX2F, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands FujiFilm and Samsung. The image resolution of the F300EXR (12MP) and the EX2F (12MP) is fairly similar but the F300EXR (1/2") and EX2F (1/1.7") provide totally different sensor sizes.

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The F300EXR was brought out 3 years before the EX2F which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief summation of how the F300EXR scores vs the EX2F when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm F300EXR over the Samsung EX2F

 F300EXR EX2F 
Display resolution460k0kClearer display (+460k dot)

Reasons to pick Samsung EX2F over the FujiFilm F300EXR

 EX2F F300EXR 
LaunchedDecember 2012July 2010More modern by 29 months
Focus manually Dial precise focusing
Display typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating display
Selfie screen Take selfies

Common features in the FujiFilm F300EXR and Samsung EX2F

 F300EXR EX2F 
Display dimensions3"3"Equal display dimensions
Touch display Missing Touch display

FujiFilm F300EXR vs Samsung EX2F Physical Comparison

For those who are intending to carry around your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm F300EXR enjoys physical dimensions of 104mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Samsung EX2F has proportions of 112mm x 62mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the F300EXR against the EX2F.

FujiFilm F300EXR vs Samsung EX2F size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the F300EXR and EX2F is 91 and 90 respectively.

FujiFilm F300EXR vs Samsung EX2F top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm F300EXR vs Samsung EX2F Sensor Comparison

Generally, it's hard to see the contrast between sensor sizes only by reading specifications. The image below might give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the F300EXR and EX2F.

Plainly, both cameras provide the same MP but not the same sensor sizes. The F300EXR provides the tinier sensor which will make achieving shallower DOF trickier. The more aged F300EXR is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

FujiFilm F300EXR vs Samsung EX2F sensor size comparison

FujiFilm F300EXR vs Samsung EX2F Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm F300EXR vs Samsung EX2F Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm F300EXR as a Portrait photography camera
Samsung EX2F as a Portrait photography camera
21
no manual focus
external flash not possible
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2")
lacks RAW format
42
you can focus manually
exports RAW formats
MP count low (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/1.7")
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm F300EXR Street photography advice
Samsung EX2F Street photography advice
61
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than competitors (215 grams)
no moving screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2")
lacks RAW format
68
screen articulates fully
built in image stabilization (Optical)
exports RAW formats
tiny sensor size (1/1.7")
heavier than others in class (294g)
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm F300EXR Sports photography factors
Samsung EX2F Sports photography factors
34
amazing zoom range (24-360mm 15.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
low fps (2.0 fps)
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2")
lacks phase detect AF
31
built in image stabilization (Optical)
MP count low (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/1.7")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm F300EXR Travel photography information
Samsung EX2F Travel photography information
63
lighter than competitors (215g)
flash built-in
really wide (24mm)
long reach (360mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
megapixel count low (12MP)
screen is not selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
66
has built in flash
display is selfie friendly
decently wide (24mm)
good maximum aperture (f1.4)
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
heavier than others in class (294 grams)
MP count low (12MP)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with FujiFilm F300EXR
Landscape photography with Samsung EX2F
38
really wide (24mm)
screen is a decent size (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
megapixel count low (12MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2")
lacks RAW format
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
53
you can focus manually
decently wide (24mm)
good maximum aperture (f1.4)
screen size is good (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
exports RAW formats
can't swap lens (fixed lens mount)
MP count low (12MP)
tiny sensor size (1/1.7")
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm F300EXR Vlogging highlights
Samsung EX2F Vlogging highlights
30
really wide (24mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than competitors (215g)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
screen is not selfie friendly
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pxls)
doesn't have external mic port
71
decently wide (24mm)
good maximum aperture (f1.4)
display is selfie friendly
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good video quality (1920 x 1080 pxls)
doesn't have mic jack
heavier than others in class (294g)
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FujiFilm F300EXR vs Samsung EX2F Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm F300EXR and Samsung EX2F
 FujiFilm FinePix F300EXRSamsung EX2F
General Information
Company FujiFilm Samsung
Model type FujiFilm FinePix F300EXR Samsung EX2F
Also Known as FinePix F305EXR -
Class Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Compact
Announced 2010-07-21 2012-12-18
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip EXR -
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2" 1/1.7"
Sensor dimensions 6.4 x 4.8mm 7.44 x 5.58mm
Sensor surface area 30.7mm² 41.5mm²
Sensor resolution 12MP 12MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Highest resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO 3200 3200
Highest boosted ISO 12800 -
Min native ISO 100 80
RAW support
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch to focus
AF continuous
Single AF
AF tracking
AF selectice
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 24-360mm (15.0x) 24-80mm (3.3x)
Maximal aperture f/3.5-5.3 f/1.4-2.7
Macro focusing distance 5cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.6 4.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fully Articulated
Display size 3 inches 3 inches
Resolution of display 460 thousand dot 0 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Display technology - AMOLED
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None Electronic (optional)
Features
Lowest shutter speed 8 secs -
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 secs -
Continuous shooting speed 2.0 frames/s -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 3.20 m -
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow syncro, Manual
External flash
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1920 x 1080
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video format Motion JPEG H.264
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 215 grams (0.47 pounds) 294 grams (0.65 pounds)
Physical dimensions 104 x 59 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") 112 x 62 x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested 48
DXO Color Depth rating not tested 20.0
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested 11.5
DXO Low light rating not tested 209
Other
Battery ID NP-50 SLB-10A
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes
Time lapse shooting
Storage media SD/SDHC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots One One
Pricing at launch $280 $478