Nikon S570 vs Samsung EX2F

Here, we will be matching up the Nikon S570 versus Samsung EX2F, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Nikon and Samsung. The image resolution of the S570 (12MP) and the EX2F (12MP) is pretty comparable but the S570 (1/2.3") and EX2F (1/1.7") have totally different sensor sizing.

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The S570 was announced 4 years earlier than the EX2F which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a complete comparison, here is a concise overview of how the S570 scores versus the EX2F in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S570 and Samsung EX2F. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon S570 Gallery and Samsung EX2F Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon S570 features outside dimensions of 92mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 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).

Examine the Nikon S570 versus Samsung EX2F in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the S570 vs the EX2F.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S570 and EX2F is 95 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizes only by seeing specifications. The image below will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the S570 and EX2F.

To sum up, the 2 cameras come with the identical megapixels albeit not the same sensor sizes. The S570 includes the smaller sensor which is going to make getting shallow DOF trickier. The more aged S570 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.