Nikon S3300 vs Samsung EX2F
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Nikon S3300 vs Samsung EX2F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-156mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
- 128g - 95 x 58 x 19mm
- Introduced February 2012
(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
- Launched December 2012
Nikon S3300 vs Samsung EX2F Overview
Here, we are evaluating the Nikon S3300 and Samsung EX2F, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Samsung. There exists a significant gap between the sensor resolutions of the S3300 (16MP) and EX2F (12MP) and the S3300 (1/2.3") and EX2F (1/1.7") boast different sensor dimensions.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe S3300 was manufactured 10 months earlier than the EX2F so they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise summation of how the S3300 grades versus the EX2F in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon S3300 vs Samsung EX2F Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S3300 and Samsung EX2F. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S3300 Gallery and Samsung EX2F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S3300 over the Samsung EX2F
S3300 | EX2F | |||
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Display resolution | 230k | 0k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung EX2F over the Nikon S3300
EX2F | S3300 | |||
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Launched | December 2012 | February 2012 | More modern by 10 months | |
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Common features in the Nikon S3300 and Samsung EX2F
S3300 | EX2F | |||
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Manual focus | Very accurate focusing | |||
Touch display | Absent Touch display |
Nikon S3300 vs Samsung EX2F Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon S3300 features external dimensions of 95mm x 58mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs) while 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).
Check the Nikon S3300 and Samsung EX2F in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at that moment. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the S3300 and the EX2F.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S3300 and EX2F is 96 and 90 respectively.
Nikon S3300 vs Samsung EX2F Sensor Comparison
Typically, its hard to picture the contrast between sensor sizes simply by going over technical specs. The pic here will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the S3300 and EX2F.
As you have seen, the two cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The S3300 due to its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field harder and the Nikon S3300 will deliver extra detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images way more aggressively. The more aged S3300 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.
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Nikon S3300 vs Samsung EX2F Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S3300 | Samsung EX2F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S3300 | Samsung EX2F |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2012-02-01 | 2012-12-18 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/1.7" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 41.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-156mm (6.0x) | 24-80mm (3.3x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-6.5 | f/1.4-2.7 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 4.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Screen diagonal | 2.7" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 0k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | AMOLED |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | - |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow syncro, Manual |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4 | H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 128 grams (0.28 pounds) | 294 grams (0.65 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 58 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 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 life | 180 photos | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL19 | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $99 | $478 |