Nikon L26 vs Samsung EX2F

Lets take a more detailed look at the Nikon L26 vs Samsung EX2F, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Nikon and Samsung. There is a sizable difference among the resolutions of the L26 (16MP) and EX2F (12MP) and the L26 (1/2.3") and EX2F (1/1.7") have different sensor size.

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The L26 was introduced 10 months earlier than the EX2F which means that they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a thorough comparison, here is a simple summary of how the L26 matches up versus the EX2F when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L26 & Samsung EX2F. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon L26 Gallery & Samsung EX2F Gallery.

If you are aiming to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon L26 comes with exterior dimensions of 96mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) and the Samsung EX2F has measurements of 112mm x 62mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).

Examine the Nikon L26 vs Samsung EX2F in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the L26 and the EX2F.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the L26 and EX2F is 93 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions purely by checking out technical specs. The picture here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the L26 and EX2F.

As you can tell, both cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The L26 having a smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF trickier and the Nikon L26 will produce extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged L26 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.