Panasonic S1 vs Samsung EX2F

In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Panasonic S1 and Samsung EX2F, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Samsung. There is a considerable difference between the resolutions of the S1 (24MP) and EX2F (12MP) and the S1 (Full frame) and EX2F (1/1.7") possess totally different sensor sizes.

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The S1 was unveiled 6 years later than the EX2F and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic S1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung EX2F being a Compact camera.

Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the S1 scores against the EX2F in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1 & Samsung EX2F. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic S1 Gallery & Samsung EX2F Gallery.

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic S1 provides physical measurements of 149mm x 110mm x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") with a weight of 1021 grams (2.25 lbs) and the Samsung EX2F has specifications of 112mm x 62mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic S1 and Samsung EX2F in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the S1 versus the EX2F.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the S1 and EX2F is 54 and 90 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to see the difference between sensor measurements merely by reading through technical specs. The photograph here will help give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the S1 and EX2F.

As you have seen, both of those cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The S1 having a bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field simpler and the Panasonic S1 will give more detail having an extra 12MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The more modern S1 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.