Pentax W80 vs Samsung EX2F
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Pentax W80 vs Samsung EX2F Key Specs
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- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 156g - 100 x 56 x 25mm
- Revealed June 2009
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- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-80mm (F1.4-2.7) lens
- 294g - 112 x 62 x 29mm
- Introduced December 2012
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On this page, we will be contrasting the Pentax W80 and Samsung EX2F, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Pentax and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the W80 (12MP) and the EX2F (12MP) is relatively well matched but the W80 (1/2.3") and EX2F (1/1.7") boast totally different sensor sizes.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe W80 was unveiled 4 years before the EX2F which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the W80 scores versus the EX2F when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax Optio W80 & Samsung EX2F. The full galleries are viewable at Pentax W80 Gallery & Samsung EX2F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax W80 over the Samsung EX2F
| W80 | EX2F | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 0k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung EX2F over the Pentax W80
| EX2F | W80 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | December 2012 |  | June 2009 | More modern by 42 months |
| Screen type | Fully Articulated |  | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
| Selfie screen |  | Take selfies |
Common features in the Pentax W80 and Samsung EX2F
| W80 | EX2F | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Very precise focus | ||
| Touch screen |  | Neither features Touch screen |
Pentax W80 vs Samsung EX2F Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry around your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and proportions. The Pentax W80 enjoys outer dimensions of 100mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Samsung EX2F has measurements 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 a front view proportions comparison of the W80 and the EX2F.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the W80 and EX2F is 94 and 90 respectively.
Pentax W80 vs Samsung EX2F Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's tough to see the contrast between sensor sizes just by reading through technical specs. The picture below should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the W80 and EX2F.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras have the same megapixels albeit not the same sensor sizes. The W80 has got the tinier sensor which should make obtaining shallow depth of field more challenging. The more aged W80 is going to be behind in sensor tech.
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Pentax W80 vs Samsung EX2F Specifications
| Pentax Optio W80 | Samsung EX2F | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Pentax | Samsung |
| Model type | Pentax Optio W80 | Samsung EX2F |
| Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Revealed | 2009-06-25 | 2012-12-18 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/1.7" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
| Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 41.5mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
| Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | 9 | - |
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-80mm (3.3x) |
| Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/1.4-2.7 |
| Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
| Crop factor | 5.9 | 4.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
| Display diagonal | 2.5 inches | 3 inches |
| Resolution of display | 230k dot | 0k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Display technology | - | AMOLED |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | Electronic (optional) |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | - |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/1500 seconds | - |
| Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 3.90 m | - |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow syncro, Manual |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 156g (0.34 pounds) | 294g (0.65 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 100 x 56 x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 112 x 62 x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | not tested | 48 |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 20.0 |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.5 |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | 209 |
| Other | ||
| Battery ID | D-LI78 | SLB-10A |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Retail pricing | $250 | $478 |
