Nikon S5100 vs Samsung EX2F

Here is a detailed overview of the Nikon S5100 versus Samsung EX2F, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Nikon and Samsung. The image resolution of the S5100 (12MP) and the EX2F (12MP) is fairly similar but the S5100 (1/2.3") and EX2F (1/1.7") offer different sensor size.

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The S5100 was unveiled 3 years before the EX2F and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a detailed comparison, here is a brief summation of how the S5100 matches up vs the EX2F in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S5100 and Samsung EX2F. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S5100 Gallery and Samsung EX2F Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon S5100 has got physical dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Samsung EX2F has sizing of 112mm x 62mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).

Check out the Nikon S5100 versus Samsung EX2F in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have during that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the S5100 vs the EX2F.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S5100 and EX2F is 95 and 90 respectively.

Normally, its hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing just by going over specifications. The photograph here may offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S5100 and EX2F.

Plainly, both cameras provide the same megapixel count but different sensor sizing. The S5100 has the tinier sensor which is going to make achieving shallower depth of field tougher. The older S5100 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.