Kodak M550 vs Samsung EX2F
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Kodak M550 vs Samsung EX2F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1000
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-140mm (F) lens
- 125g - 98 x 58 x 23mm
- Revealed January 2010
(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
- Revealed December 2012
Kodak M550 vs Samsung EX2F Overview
Lets look more closely at the Kodak M550 versus Samsung EX2F, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Kodak and Samsung. The image resolution of the M550 (12MP) and the EX2F (12MP) is fairly close but the M550 (1/2.3") and EX2F (1/1.7") boast different sensor dimensions.
Photography GlossaryThe M550 was revealed 3 years prior to the EX2F which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the M550 grades versus the EX2F in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Kodak M550 vs Samsung EX2F Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak EasyShare M550 and Samsung EX2F. The full galleries are provided at Kodak M550 Gallery and Samsung EX2F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak M550 over the Samsung EX2F
M550 | EX2F | |||
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Display resolution | 230k | 0k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung EX2F over the Kodak M550
EX2F | M550 | |||
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Revealed | December 2012 | January 2010 | More modern by 35 months | |
Manually focus | More precise focus | |||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Common features in the Kodak M550 and Samsung EX2F
M550 | EX2F | |||
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Touch display | No Touch display |
Kodak M550 vs Samsung EX2F Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Kodak M550 provides external measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Samsung EX2F has sizing of 112mm x 62mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).
Look at the Kodak M550 versus Samsung EX2F in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the M550 compared to the EX2F.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the M550 and EX2F is 95 and 90 respectively.
Kodak M550 vs Samsung EX2F Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's hard to picture the gap in sensor sizes just by viewing technical specs. The picture below might offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the M550 and EX2F.
As you can tell, both cameras come with the identical megapixel count but different sensor sizes. The M550 contains the smaller sensor which should make obtaining shallow DOF tougher. The more aged M550 will be behind in sensor tech.
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Kodak M550 vs Samsung EX2F Specifications
Kodak EasyShare M550 | Samsung EX2F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Kodak | Samsung |
Model | Kodak EasyShare M550 | Samsung EX2F |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2010-01-05 | 2012-12-18 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/1.7" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 41.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1000 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-80mm (3.3x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/1.4-2.7 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 4.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 0k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | - | AMOLED |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | - |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1400s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow syncro, Manual |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | - | H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 125 gr (0.28 lb) | 294 gr (0.65 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 58 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 112 x 62 x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 48 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 20.0 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.5 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 209 |
Other | ||
Battery model | KLIC-7006 | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, double) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $119 | $478 |