Samsung EX2F vs Samsung NX1000

Here is a thorough analysis of the Samsung EX2F versus Samsung NX1000, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and they are both offered by Samsung. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the EX2F (12MP) and NX1000 (20MP) and the EX2F (1/1.7") and NX1000 (APS-C) boast totally different sensor measurements.

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The EX2F was manufactured 9 months later than the NX1000 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung EX2F being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX1000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting into a complete comparison, here is a short summation of how the EX2F grades against the NX1000 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung EX2F and Samsung NX1000. The entire galleries are available at Samsung EX2F Gallery and Samsung NX1000 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and size. The Samsung EX2F has outer dimensions of 112mm x 62mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX1000 has specifications of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") and a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

Compare the Samsung EX2F versus Samsung NX1000 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Here is a front view scale comparison of the EX2F and the NX1000.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the EX2F and NX1000 is 90 and 90 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing simply by checking a spec sheet. The visual below will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX2F and NX1000.

Clearly, the 2 cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The EX2F due to its tinier sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field more challenging and the Samsung NX1000 will give you more detail due to its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more recent EX2F is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.