Olympus FE-25 vs Samsung EX2F

Here, we will be evaluating the Olympus FE-25 versus Samsung EX2F, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Samsung. The resolution of the FE-25 (10MP) and the EX2F (12MP) is pretty similar but the FE-25 (1/2.3") and EX2F (1/1.7") offer totally different sensor measurements.

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The FE-25 was unveiled 5 years before the EX2F which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus FE-25 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung EX2F being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a short highlight of how the FE-25 matches up vs the EX2F with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus FE-25 & Samsung EX2F. The full galleries are provided at Olympus FE-25 Gallery & Samsung EX2F Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus FE-25 features physical dimensions of 93mm x 62mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Samsung EX2F has proportions of 112mm x 62mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the FE-25 vs the EX2F.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FE-25 and EX2F is 98 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to envision the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing specs. The pic below will give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the FE-25 and EX2F.

All in all, the two cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The FE-25 having a tinier sensor will make achieving shallow DOF tougher and the Samsung EX2F will offer you greater detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged FE-25 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.