Panasonic FZ28 vs Samsung EX2F

Here, we will be analyzing the Panasonic FZ28 vs Samsung EX2F, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the FZ28 (10MP) and the EX2F (12MP) is relatively similar but the FZ28 (1/2.3") and EX2F (1/1.7") boast different sensor size.

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The FZ28 was introduced 4 years prior to the EX2F which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple summation of how the FZ28 scores vs the EX2F in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 and Samsung EX2F. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FZ28 Gallery and Samsung EX2F Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic FZ28 has got outer dimensions of 118mm x 75mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") and a weight of 417 grams (0.92 lbs) whilst the Samsung EX2F has sizing of 112mm x 62mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the FZ28 versus the EX2F.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FZ28 and EX2F is 72 and 90 respectively.

Typically, its difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions only by going over specs. The picture below will help give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the FZ28 and EX2F.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The FZ28 using its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field trickier and the Samsung EX2F will deliver extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged FZ28 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.