Nikon L100 vs Samsung EX2F

Below, we will be reviewing the Nikon L100 and Samsung EX2F, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Nikon and Samsung. The image resolution of the L100 (10MP) and the EX2F (12MP) is relatively close but the L100 (1/2.3") and EX2F (1/1.7") possess totally different sensor sizing.

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The L100 was brought out 4 years earlier than the EX2F which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the L100 scores against the EX2F in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L100 & Samsung EX2F. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon L100 Gallery & Samsung EX2F Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon L100 provides external measurements of 110mm x 72mm x 78mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 3.1") having a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs) and the Samsung EX2F has dimensions of 112mm x 62mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the L100 and the EX2F.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the L100 and EX2F is 79 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by looking through technical specs. The image below may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the L100 and EX2F.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The L100 featuring a smaller sensor will make getting shallow DOF more difficult and the Samsung EX2F will result in greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more aged L100 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.