Olympus 6000 vs Samsung EX2F

Here, we are contrasting the Olympus 6000 and Samsung EX2F, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Olympus and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the 6000 (10MP) and the EX2F (12MP) is very well matched but the 6000 (1/2.3") and EX2F (1/1.7") have different sensor sizing.

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The 6000 was released 4 years before the EX2F which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a complete comparison, here is a concise view of how the 6000 grades vs the EX2F with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus Tough 6000 & Samsung EX2F. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus 6000 Gallery & Samsung EX2F Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus 6000 offers physical measurements of 95mm x 63mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Samsung EX2F has dimensions of 112mm x 62mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the 6000 versus the EX2F.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the 6000 and EX2F is 94 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, its difficult to picture the difference between sensor dimensions simply by checking a spec sheet. The image underneath may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the 6000 and EX2F.

As you can see, both of these cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The 6000 due to its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field trickier and the Samsung EX2F will give greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged 6000 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.