Panasonic SZ3 vs Samsung EX2F

Lets examine more in depth at the Panasonic SZ3 vs Samsung EX2F, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. There exists a substantial gap among the resolutions of the SZ3 (16MP) and EX2F (12MP) and the SZ3 (1/2.3") and EX2F (1/1.7") come with different sensor sizing.

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The SZ3 was unveiled very close to the EX2F which means that they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the SZ3 scores versus the EX2F in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3 & Samsung EX2F. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic SZ3 Gallery & Samsung EX2F Gallery.

In case you're looking to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic SZ3 enjoys outer dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 126 grams (0.28 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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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the SZ3 and the EX2F.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SZ3 and EX2F is 96 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to picture the difference in sensor measurements just by looking through a spec sheet. The visual below may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SZ3 and EX2F.

Clearly, both of these cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The SZ3 using its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field more challenging and the Panasonic SZ3 will result in extra detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively.