Nikon S9300 vs Samsung EX2F
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Nikon S9300 vs Samsung EX2F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-450mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 215g - 109 x 62 x 31mm
- Announced July 2012
- Succeeded the Nikon S9100
- Updated by Nikon S9500
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- 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 S9300 vs Samsung EX2F Overview
Following is a detailed comparison of the Nikon S9300 versus Samsung EX2F, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Nikon and Samsung. There exists a crucial gap among the image resolutions of the S9300 (16MP) and EX2F (12MP) and the S9300 (1/2.3") and EX2F (1/1.7") offer different sensor sizes.

The S9300 was introduced 5 months before the EX2F so they are of a similar generation. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a full comparison, here is a quick summation of how the S9300 scores against the EX2F when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon S9300 vs Samsung EX2F Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S9300 and Samsung EX2F. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S9300 Gallery and Samsung EX2F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S9300 over the Samsung EX2F
S9300 | EX2F | |||
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Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 0k | Sharper screen (+921k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung EX2F over the Nikon S9300
EX2F | S9300 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Common features in the Nikon S9300 and Samsung EX2F
S9300 | EX2F | |||
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Launched | July 2012 | ![]() | December 2012 | Same generation |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen dimensions |
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither contains Touch screen |
Nikon S9300 vs Samsung EX2F Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon S9300 has got outer dimensions of 109mm x 62mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) and 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).
Examine the Nikon S9300 versus Samsung EX2F in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the S9300 compared to the EX2F.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S9300 and EX2F is 91 and 90 respectively.

Nikon S9300 vs Samsung EX2F Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's difficult to visualize the gap in sensor sizes merely by seeing specifications. The pic underneath should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the S9300 and EX2F.
To sum up, both of these cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The S9300 having a smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field trickier and the Nikon S9300 will produce more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively.

Nikon S9300 vs Samsung EX2F Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S9300 vs Samsung EX2F Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S9300 | Samsung EX2F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Samsung |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S9300 | Samsung EX2F |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2012-07-16 | 2012-12-18 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/1.7" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 41.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-450mm (18.0x) | 24-80mm (3.3x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/1.4-2.7 |
Macro focusing range | 4cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 4.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 921k dot | 0k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | AMOLED |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | - |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 6.9fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow syncro, Manual |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 215 gr (0.47 pounds) | 294 gr (0.65 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 109 x 62 x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 112 x 62 x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 200 images | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $249 | $478 |