Olympus 9000 vs Samsung EX2F

Below is a complete assessment of the Olympus 9000 versus Samsung EX2F, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the 9000 (12MP) and the EX2F (12MP) is fairly comparable but the 9000 (1/2.3") and EX2F (1/1.7") provide different sensor dimensions.

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The 9000 was launched 4 years before the EX2F and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a concise overview of how the 9000 matches up against the EX2F in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus 9000 & Samsung EX2F. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus 9000 Gallery & Samsung EX2F Gallery.

For anybody who is going to lug around your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Olympus 9000 has got exterior measurements of 96mm x 60mm x 31mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 225 grams (0.50 lbs) while the Samsung EX2F has specifications of 112mm x 62mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the 9000 vs the EX2F.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the 9000 and EX2F is 92 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to picture the contrast in sensor measurements simply by seeing a spec sheet. The photograph below might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the 9000 and EX2F.

Clearly, each of the cameras feature the identical MP but different sensor measurements. The 9000 uses the smaller sensor which should make getting bokeh more difficult. The older 9000 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.