Panasonic ZR1 vs Samsung EX2F

Here is a extended analysis of the Panasonic ZR1 vs Samsung EX2F, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the ZR1 (12MP) and the EX2F (12MP) is pretty well matched but the ZR1 (1/2.3") and EX2F (1/1.7") possess totally different sensor dimensions.

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The ZR1 was introduced 4 years prior to the EX2F and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a complete comparison, below is a brief view of how the ZR1 scores versus the EX2F with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 and Samsung EX2F. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic ZR1 Gallery and Samsung EX2F Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZR1 features outside dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Samsung EX2F has proportions 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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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select during that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the ZR1 compared to the EX2F.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the ZR1 and EX2F is 94 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to envision the gap between sensor sizing only by checking specifications. The graphic here will provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the ZR1 and EX2F.

Plainly, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact resolution albeit not the same sensor sizing. The ZR1 provides the tinier sensor which is going to make achieving shallow DOF tougher. The older ZR1 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.