Olympus 7030 vs Samsung EX2F

Its time to look much closer at the Olympus 7030 versus Samsung EX2F, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Olympus and Samsung. The resolution of the 7030 (14MP) and the EX2F (12MP) is fairly similar but the 7030 (1/2.3") and EX2F (1/1.7") enjoy different sensor sizing.

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The 7030 was manufactured 3 years earlier than the EX2F and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the 7030 matches up versus the EX2F in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus 7030 & Samsung EX2F. The entire galleries are available at Olympus 7030 Gallery & Samsung EX2F Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus 7030 comes with exterior dimensions of 93mm x 56mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst 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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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the 7030 compared to the EX2F.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 7030 and EX2F is 95 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it's tough to imagine the gap between sensor measurements merely by going over a spec sheet. The visual below will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the 7030 and EX2F.

Clearly, the 2 cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The 7030 due to its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field trickier and the Olympus 7030 will offer greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The older 7030 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.