Nikon L19 vs Samsung EX2F

Its time to look closer at the Nikon L19 and Samsung EX2F, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Nikon and Samsung. There exists a large gap between the sensor resolutions of the L19 (8MP) and EX2F (12MP) and the L19 (1/2.5") and EX2F (1/1.7") use totally different sensor measurements.

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The L19 was announced 4 years prior to the EX2F which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a detailed comparison, below is a simple view of how the L19 scores against the EX2F with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L19 & Samsung EX2F. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon L19 Gallery & Samsung EX2F Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon L19 features exterior dimensions of 97mm x 61mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Samsung EX2F has sizing of 112mm x 62mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).

Examine the Nikon L19 and Samsung EX2F in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the L19 vs the EX2F.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the L19 and EX2F is 94 and 90 respectively.

Typically, its hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizes merely by reviewing specifications. The picture here may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the L19 and EX2F.

Plainly, the two cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The L19 having a tinier sensor will make getting shallower DOF tougher and the Samsung EX2F will deliver more detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics much more aggressively. The more aged L19 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.