Fujifilm XP50 vs Samsung EX2F

Lets take a more detailed look at the Fujifilm XP50 and Samsung EX2F, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals FujiFilm and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm XP50 (14MP) and the EX2F (12MP) is pretty close but the Fujifilm XP50 (1/2.3") and EX2F (1/1.7") boast totally different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm XP50 was unveiled 11 months before the EX2F which means that they are of a similar age. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the Fujifilm XP50 scores versus the EX2F when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix XP50 & Samsung EX2F. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm XP50 Gallery & Samsung EX2F Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm XP50 offers physical measurements of 99mm x 68mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Samsung EX2F has measurements of 112mm x 62mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm XP50 and Samsung EX2F in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm XP50 against the EX2F.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm XP50 and EX2F is 93 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to envision the difference in sensor sizes only by researching specs. The pic below should give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm XP50 and EX2F.

All in all, the 2 cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm XP50 with its smaller sensor will make achieving shallow DOF more challenging and the Fujifilm XP50 will provide you with extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm XP50 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.