Fujifilm JZ100 vs Samsung EX2F

Here, we will be comparing the Fujifilm JZ100 vs Samsung EX2F, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands FujiFilm and Samsung. The resolution of the Fujifilm JZ100 (14MP) and the EX2F (12MP) is relatively comparable but the Fujifilm JZ100 (1/2.3") and EX2F (1/1.7") have different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm JZ100 was revealed 11 months earlier than the EX2F so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a thorough comparison, here is a concise summary of how the Fujifilm JZ100 matches up against the EX2F in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix JZ100 and Samsung EX2F. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm JZ100 Gallery and Samsung EX2F Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and volume. The Fujifilm JZ100 has got outer measurements of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Samsung EX2F has sizing of 112mm x 62mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).

See the Fujifilm JZ100 vs Samsung EX2F in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm JZ100 against the EX2F.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm JZ100 and EX2F is 95 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizing only by seeing a spec sheet. The photograph below will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm JZ100 and EX2F.

As you can see, both of those cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm JZ100 using its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF more challenging and the Fujifilm JZ100 will show more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The older Fujifilm JZ100 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.