Fujifilm F500 EXR vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2

Following is a comprehensive analysis of the Fujifilm F500 EXR vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Samsung. The resolution of the Fujifilm F500 EXR (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) is fairly well matched but the Fujifilm F500 EXR (1/2") and Galaxy Camera 2 (1/2.3") come with different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm F500 EXR was manufactured 4 years prior to the Galaxy Camera 2 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a complete comparison, below is a simple summary of how the Fujifilm F500 EXR scores versus the Galaxy Camera 2 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix F500 EXR & Samsung Galaxy Camera 2. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm F500 EXR Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm F500 EXR enjoys exterior dimensions of 104mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 has dimensions of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm F500 EXR vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm F500 EXR versus the Galaxy Camera 2.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm F500 EXR and Galaxy Camera 2 is 91 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizes purely by reading through specs. The pic underneath may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm F500 EXR and Galaxy Camera 2.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras have got the exact same megapixels but different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm F500 EXR offers the larger sensor which will make getting shallower DOF simpler. The more aged Fujifilm F500 EXR is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.