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Nikon L610 vs Samsung EX2F

Portability
90
Imaging
40
Features
33
Overall
37
Nikon Coolpix L610 front
 
Samsung EX2F front
Portability
90
Imaging
37
Features
62
Overall
47

Nikon L610 vs Samsung EX2F Key Specs

Nikon L610
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 125 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-350mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 240g - 108 x 69 x 34mm
  • Announced August 2012
Samsung EX2F
(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
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Nikon L610 vs Samsung EX2F Overview

Below, we are reviewing the Nikon L610 versus Samsung EX2F, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Nikon and Samsung. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the L610 (16MP) and EX2F (12MP) and the L610 (1/2.3") and EX2F (1/1.7") use totally different sensor size.

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The L610 was unveiled 4 months prior to the EX2F which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a simple summary of how the L610 grades against the EX2F with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Nikon L610 over the Samsung EX2F

 L610 EX2F 
Display resolution460k0kClearer display (+460k dot)

Reasons to pick Samsung EX2F over the Nikon L610

 EX2F L610 
Manually focus Dial precise focus
Display typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating display
Selfie screen Easy selfies

Common features in the Nikon L610 and Samsung EX2F

 L610 EX2F 
RevealedAugust 2012December 2012Similar generation
Display dimension3"3"Identical display size
Touch display Lack of Touch display

Nikon L610 vs Samsung EX2F Physical Comparison

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon L610 comes with external dimensions of 108mm x 69mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") having a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs) and the Samsung EX2F has proportions of 112mm x 62mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the L610 and the EX2F.

Nikon L610 vs Samsung EX2F size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the L610 and EX2F is 90 and 90 respectively.

Nikon L610 vs Samsung EX2F top view buttons comparison

Nikon L610 vs Samsung EX2F Sensor Comparison

Often, it is difficult to see the contrast between sensor dimensions only by looking at specifications. The pic here may give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the L610 and EX2F.

To sum up, the 2 cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The L610 using its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field harder and the Nikon L610 will resolve greater detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos much more aggressively.

Nikon L610 vs Samsung EX2F sensor size comparison

Nikon L610 vs Samsung EX2F Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon L610 vs Samsung EX2F Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon L610 Portrait photography highlights
Samsung EX2F Portrait photography highlights
30
decent MP (16MP)
focusing manually not possible
no manual control
can't use external flash
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
42
has manual focus
supports RAW formats
low MP (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/1.7")
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Street Comparison

Nikon L610 Street photography details
Samsung EX2F Street photography details
61
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition in class (240 grams)
fixed screen
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
68
screen can move to multiple angles
image stabilization (Optical)
supports RAW formats
very small sensor size (1/1.7")
heavier than competitors (294 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Nikon L610 Sports photography information
Samsung EX2F Sports photography information
45
long zoom range (25-350mm 14.0 x zoom)
maximum shutter speed is high (1/6,000 seconds)
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (16MP)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
not so great battery pack (120 per charge)
lacks phase detect auto focus
31
image stabilization (Optical)
low MP (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/1.7")
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Nikon L610 Travel photography details
Samsung EX2F Travel photography details
66
lighter than competition in class (240 grams)
decent MP (16MP)
built-in flash
reasonably wide (25mm)
long zoom (350mm)
no Time Lapse mode
not so great battery pack (120 CIPA)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
66
flash built-in
selfie friendly display
reasonably wide (24mm)
very good maximum aperture (f1.4)
missing Time Lapse recording
heavier than competitors (294g)
low MP (12MP)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon L610 Landscape photography highlights
Samsung EX2F Landscape photography highlights
41
reasonably wide (25mm)
nice screen size (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (16 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
no manual control
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
not so great battery pack (120 per charge)
no Time Lapse mode
53
has manual focus
reasonably wide (24mm)
very good maximum aperture (f1.4)
decent sized screen (3")
image stabilization (Optical)
supports RAW formats
can't change lenses (fixed lens mount)
low MP (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/1.7")
missing Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon L610 Vlogging info
Samsung EX2F Vlogging info
33
reasonably wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
high res video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
lighter than competition in class (240g)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
no mic socket
71
reasonably wide (24mm)
very good maximum aperture (f1.4)
selfie friendly display
image stabilization (Optical)
great video quality (1920 x 1080 resolution)
missing external mic port
heavier than competitors (294 grams)
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Nikon L610 vs Samsung EX2F Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon L610 and Samsung EX2F
 Nikon Coolpix L610Samsung EX2F
General Information
Manufacturer Nikon Samsung
Model type Nikon Coolpix L610 Samsung EX2F
Type Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Compact
Announced 2012-08-09 2012-12-18
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type BSI-CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/1.7"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 7.44 x 5.58mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 41.5mm²
Sensor resolution 16MP 12MP
Anti alias filter
Highest Possible resolution 4608 x 3456 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 3200 3200
Minimum native ISO 125 80
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 25-350mm (14.0x) 24-80mm (3.3x)
Highest aperture f/3.3-5.9 f/1.4-2.7
Macro focusing range 1cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.8 4.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fully Articulated
Screen size 3 inch 3 inch
Resolution of screen 460 thousand dot 0 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Screen technology TFT LCD with anti-reflection coating AMOLED
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None Electronic (optional)
Features
Min shutter speed 4 seconds -
Max shutter speed 1/6000 seconds -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation - Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash settings - Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow syncro, Manual
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video data format H.264 H.264
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 240g (0.53 pounds) 294g (0.65 pounds)
Dimensions 108 x 69 x 34mm (4.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") 112 x 62 x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested 48
DXO Color Depth rating not tested 20.0
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested 11.5
DXO Low light rating not tested 209
Other
Battery life 120 images -
Form of battery AA -
Battery ID 2 x AA SLB-10A
Self timer - Yes
Time lapse recording
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots 1 1
Launch price $150 $478