Nikon S9500 vs Samsung EX2F

Below is a comprehensive review of the Nikon S9500 versus Samsung EX2F, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Nikon and Samsung. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the S9500 (18MP) and EX2F (12MP) and the S9500 (1/2.3") and EX2F (1/1.7") have different sensor measurements.

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The S9500 was introduced 2 months later than the EX2F and they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a thorough comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the S9500 scores versus the EX2F with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S9500 and Samsung EX2F. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon S9500 Gallery and Samsung EX2F Gallery.

When you are going to lug around your camera, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S9500 provides external measurements of 110mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Samsung EX2F has dimensions of 112mm x 62mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).

Analyze the Nikon S9500 versus Samsung EX2F in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the S9500 against the EX2F.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the S9500 and EX2F is 92 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to visualize the gap in sensor measurements only by checking out specifications. The graphic here might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the S9500 and EX2F.

To sum up, both of those cameras have different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The S9500 with its smaller sensor is going to make shooting bokeh more difficult and the Nikon S9500 will produce greater detail using its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics a bit more aggressively.