Pentax MX-1 vs Samsung EX2F
Portability
84 Imaging
37 Features
60 Overall
46
84 Imaging
37 Features
60 Overall
46
Portability
90 Imaging
37 Features
62 Overall
47
90 Imaging
37 Features
62 Overall
47
Pentax MX-1 vs Samsung EX2F Key Specs
Pentax MX-1
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-112mm (F1.8-2.5) lens
- 391g - 122 x 61 x 51mm
- Revealed July 2013
Samsung EX2F
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-80mm (F1.4-2.7) lens
- 294g - 112 x 62 x 29mm
- Launched December 2012
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Its time to take a deeper look at the Pentax MX-1 vs Samsung EX2F, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Pentax and Samsung. The resolution of the MX-1 (12MP) and the EX2F (12MP) is very close and they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/1.7").
Photography GlossaryThe MX-1 was unveiled 7 months later than the EX2F and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a detailed comparison, below is a short summation of how the MX-1 scores vs the EX2F in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax MX-1 and Samsung EX2F. The full galleries are viewable at Pentax MX-1 Gallery and Samsung EX2F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax MX-1 over the Samsung EX2F
| MX-1 | EX2F | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | July 2013 |  | December 2012 | More recent by 7 months |
| Display resolution | 920k |  | 0k | Sharper display (+920k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung EX2F over the Pentax MX-1
| EX2F | MX-1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fully Articulated |  | Tilting | Fully Articulating display |
| Selfie screen |  | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Pentax MX-1 and Samsung EX2F
| MX-1 | EX2F | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Very precise focus | ||
| Display sizing | 3" |  | 3" | Equivalent display measurement |
| Touch display |  | Neither has Touch display |
Pentax MX-1 vs Samsung EX2F Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to lug around your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Pentax MX-1 has outer dimensions of 122mm x 61mm x 51mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 2.0") and a weight of 391 grams (0.86 lbs) whilst the Samsung EX2F has dimensions of 112mm x 62mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).
Take a look at the Pentax MX-1 vs Samsung EX2F in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the MX-1 and the EX2F.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the MX-1 and EX2F is 84 and 90 respectively.
Pentax MX-1 vs Samsung EX2F Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be tough to picture the difference in sensor measurements only by viewing technical specs. The photograph underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the MX-1 and EX2F.
As you have seen, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same MP and you should expect comparable quality of photographs although you will want to take the production date of the cameras into account. The more recent MX-1 provides an advantage in sensor innovation.
Pentax MX-1 vs Samsung EX2F Screen and ViewFinder
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Portrait Comparison
Pentax MX-1 Portrait photography factors
Samsung EX2F Portrait photography factors
manual focus
supports face detect focus
exports RAW files
no external flash support
MP count low (12 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/1.7")
has manual focus
delivers RAW formats
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/1.7")
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Pentax MX-1 Street photography features
Samsung EX2F Street photography features
has a tilting screen
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
exports RAW files
sensor is very small (1/1.7")
heavier than competition in class (391 grams)
fully articulated screen
built in image stabilization (Optical)
delivers RAW formats
sensor is very small (1/1.7")
heavier than competitors in class (294 grams)
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Sports photography with Pentax MX-1
Sports photography with Samsung EX2F
high shutter speed (1/8,000s)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
supports tracking focus
great battery power (290 shots)
continuous shooting slow (1.0 frames/s)
MP count low (12MP)
sensor is very small (1/1.7")
no phase detect auto focus
built in image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count low (12MP)
sensor is very small (1/1.7")
does not have phase detect AF
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Travel photography with Pentax MX-1
Travel photography with Samsung EX2F
great battery power (290 per charge)
has built in flash
decently wide (28mm)
great max aperture (f1.8)
does not have Time Lapse recording
heavier than competition in class (391g)
MP count low (12MP)
display isn't selfie friendly
flash built-in
selfie friendly screen
quite wide (24mm)
fast maximum aperture (f1.4)
does not have Time Lapse mode
heavier than competitors in class (294g)
megapixel count low (12MP)
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Landscape photography with Pentax MX-1
Landscape photography with Samsung EX2F
manual focus
decently wide (28mm)
great max aperture (f1.8)
good sized screen (3 inch)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
exports RAW files
great battery power (290 shots)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
MP count low (12 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/1.7")
does not have Time Lapse recording
has manual focus
quite wide (24mm)
fast maximum aperture (f1.4)
screen size is good (3")
built in image stabilization (Optical)
delivers RAW formats
can't change lens (fixed lens mount)
megapixel count low (12MP)
sensor is very small (1/1.7")
does not have Time Lapse mode
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Pentax MX-1 Vlogging information
Samsung EX2F Vlogging information
decently wide (28mm)
great max aperture (f1.8)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
supports face detect focus
great video quality (1920 x 1080 pixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
does not have mic support
heavier than competition in class (391 grams)
quite wide (24mm)
fast maximum aperture (f1.4)
selfie friendly screen
built in image stabilization (Optical)
great video quality (1920 x 1080 pxls)
does not have mic socket
heavier than competitors in class (294g)
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Pentax MX-1 vs Samsung EX2F Specifications
| Pentax MX-1 | Samsung EX2F | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Pentax | Samsung |
| Model type | Pentax MX-1 | Samsung EX2F |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Revealed | 2013-07-01 | 2012-12-18 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/1.7" |
| Sensor dimensions | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
| Sensor surface area | 41.5mm² | 41.5mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
| Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Max native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | 25 | - |
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 24-80mm (3.3x) |
| Highest aperture | f/1.8-2.5 | f/1.4-2.7 |
| Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
| Crop factor | 4.8 | 4.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
| Display size | 3" | 3" |
| Display resolution | 920k dots | 0k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Display technology | TFT LCD with AR coating | AMOLED |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | Electronic (optional) |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 30s | - |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000s | - |
| Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 12.00 m | - |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Speed sync, Trailing Curtain sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow syncro, Manual |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
| Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 391 grams (0.86 lbs) | 294 grams (0.65 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 122 x 61 x 51mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 2.0") | 112 x 62 x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | 49 | 48 |
| DXO Color Depth rating | 20.4 | 20.0 |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.3 | 11.5 |
| DXO Low light rating | 208 | 209 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 290 images | - |
| Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | D-Li-106 | SLB-10A |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Pricing at release | $400 | $478 |