Pentax E90 vs Samsung EX2F

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Pentax E90 and Samsung EX2F, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Pentax and Samsung. The image resolution of the E90 (10MP) and the EX2F (12MP) is relatively comparable but the E90 (1/2.3") and EX2F (1/1.7") possess different sensor measurements.

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The E90 was introduced 3 years prior to the EX2F which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a thorough comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the E90 matches up versus the EX2F in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax Optio E90 & Samsung EX2F. The whole galleries are available at Pentax E90 Gallery & Samsung EX2F Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera, you will need to factor its weight and volume. The Pentax E90 offers outer measurements of 102mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Samsung EX2F has sizing of 112mm x 62mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use at the time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the E90 against the EX2F.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the E90 and EX2F is 94 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions merely by going through a spec sheet. The image here will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the E90 and EX2F.

Clearly, both cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The E90 having a smaller sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF tougher and the Samsung EX2F will show extra detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots much more aggressively. The more aged E90 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.