Nikon L21 vs Samsung EX2F
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Nikon L21 vs Samsung EX2F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 8MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 38-136mm (F3.1-6.7) lens
- 169g - 92 x 67 x 28mm
- Revealed February 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
- Released December 2012
Nikon L21 vs Samsung EX2F Overview
Following is a complete assessment of the Nikon L21 versus Samsung EX2F, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Nikon and Samsung. There exists a substantial gap among the image resolutions of the L21 (8MP) and EX2F (12MP) and the L21 (1/2.3") and EX2F (1/1.7") provide different sensor size.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe L21 was revealed 3 years earlier than the EX2F which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise overview of how the L21 grades versus the EX2F in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon L21 vs Samsung EX2F Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L21 & Samsung EX2F. The full galleries are available at Nikon L21 Gallery & Samsung EX2F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L21 over the Samsung EX2F
L21 | EX2F | |||
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Display resolution | 230k | 0k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung EX2F over the Nikon L21
EX2F | L21 | |||
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Released | December 2012 | February 2010 | More modern by 34 months | |
Manually focus | Very precise focus | |||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Common features in the Nikon L21 and Samsung EX2F
L21 | EX2F | |||
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Touch display | Neither features Touch display |
Nikon L21 vs Samsung EX2F Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and size. The Nikon L21 enjoys exterior dimensions of 92mm x 67mm x 28mm (3.6" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 169 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Samsung EX2F has specifications of 112mm x 62mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).
Check the Nikon L21 versus Samsung EX2F in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the L21 against the EX2F.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the L21 and EX2F is 93 and 90 respectively.
Nikon L21 vs Samsung EX2F Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizes purely by seeing specifications. The pic underneath will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the L21 and EX2F.
Plainly, both cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The L21 having a smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field more difficult and the Samsung EX2F will show greater detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more aged L21 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.
Nikon L21 vs Samsung EX2F Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon L21 vs Samsung EX2F Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L21 | Samsung EX2F | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L21 | Samsung EX2F |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2010-02-03 | 2012-12-18 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/1.7" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 41.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 8 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 38-136mm (3.6x) | 24-80mm (3.3x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.1-6.7 | f/1.4-2.7 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 4.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Display size | 2.5 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 0 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | - | AMOLED |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 secs | - |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow syncro, Manual |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | 169 grams (0.37 pounds) | 294 grams (0.65 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 92 x 67 x 28mm (3.6" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 112 x 62 x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 2 x AA | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $180 | $478 |