Nikon S30 vs Samsung EX2F

Following is a in depth assessment of the Nikon S30 versus Samsung EX2F, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the S30 (10MP) and the EX2F (12MP) is very similar but the S30 (1/3") and EX2F (1/1.7") offer totally different sensor measurements.

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The S30 was launched 10 months before the EX2F so they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the S30 grades against the EX2F when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S30 and Samsung EX2F. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S30 Gallery and Samsung EX2F Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera often, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon S30 features external dimensions of 102mm x 65mm x 40mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.6") and a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Samsung EX2F has proportions of 112mm x 62mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S30 versus Samsung EX2F in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Here is a front view scale comparison of the S30 compared to the EX2F.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S30 and EX2F is 90 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to envision the gap between sensor sizes only by reviewing specs. The pic underneath might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the S30 and EX2F.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The S30 featuring a tinier sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Samsung EX2F will offer greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images way more aggressively. The more aged S30 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.