Samsung EX2F vs Samsung HZ10W
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Samsung EX2F vs Samsung HZ10W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 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
- Released December 2012
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-240mm (F3.3-5.8) lens
- 249g - 105 x 61 x 37mm
- Revealed May 2009
- Alternate Name is WB500
Samsung EX2F vs Samsung HZ10W Overview
In this write-up, we are comparing the Samsung EX2F and Samsung HZ10W, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both are built by Samsung. The sensor resolution of the EX2F (12MP) and the HZ10W (10MP) is very well matched but the EX2F (1/1.7") and HZ10W (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor sizes.
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe EX2F was released 3 years after the HZ10W which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the EX2F matches up against the HZ10W in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Samsung EX2F vs Samsung HZ10W Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung EX2F & Samsung HZ10W. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung EX2F Gallery & Samsung HZ10W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung EX2F over the Samsung HZ10W
EX2F | HZ10W | |||
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Revealed | December 2012 | May 2009 | Newer by 44 months | |
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ10W over the Samsung EX2F
HZ10W | EX2F | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Display resolution | 230k | 0k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung EX2F and Samsung HZ10W
EX2F | HZ10W | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Focus manually | More exact focusing | |||
Touch friendly display | Missing Touch friendly display |
Samsung EX2F vs Samsung HZ10W Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and volume. The Samsung EX2F features outer measurements of 112mm x 62mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs) while the Samsung HZ10W has sizing of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") with a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).
Analyze the Samsung EX2F and Samsung HZ10W in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the EX2F versus the HZ10W.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX2F and HZ10W is 90 and 90 respectively.
Samsung EX2F vs Samsung HZ10W Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is tough to see the contrast between sensor dimensions only by looking at a spec sheet. The image below will give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX2F and HZ10W.
Clearly, both of these cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The EX2F due to its larger sensor will make shooting bokeh easier and the Samsung EX2F will resolve extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics far more aggressively. The fresher EX2F will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.
Samsung EX2F vs Samsung HZ10W Screen and ViewFinder
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Samsung EX2F vs Samsung HZ10W Specifications
Samsung EX2F | Samsung HZ10W | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Samsung |
Model | Samsung EX2F | Samsung HZ10W |
Also referred to as | - | WB500 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2012-12-18 | 2009-05-14 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 41.5mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2432 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-80mm (3.3x) | 24-240mm (10.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/1.4-2.7 | f/3.3-5.8 |
Macro focus range | - | 5cm |
Crop factor | 4.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 0 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | AMOLED | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | - | 16 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | - | 1/1500 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow syncro, Manual | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 294g (0.65 lb) | 249g (0.55 lb) |
Dimensions | 112 x 62 x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 105 x 61 x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 48 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 20.0 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.5 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 209 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | SLB-10A | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $478 | $300 |