Samsung EX2F vs Samsung NX300

Following is a in-depth analysis of the Samsung EX2F and Samsung NX300, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are produced by Samsung. There exists a large gap between the resolutions of the EX2F (12MP) and NX300 (20MP) and the EX2F (1/1.7") and NX300 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor sizing.

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The EX2F was revealed 11 months before the NX300 which means that they are of a similar age. Both cameras have different body design with the Samsung EX2F being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX300 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple summary of how the EX2F grades against the NX300 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung EX2F & Samsung NX300. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung EX2F Gallery & Samsung NX300 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Samsung EX2F offers outside 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 NX300 has sizing of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") along with a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are working with at that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the EX2F and the NX300.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX2F and NX300 is 90 and 86 respectively.

More often than not, it is hard to see the contrast between sensor sizes just by reviewing a spec sheet. The image below might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX2F and NX300.

Clearly, the two cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The EX2F with its tinier sensor will make shooting shallow DOF tougher and the Samsung NX300 will offer greater detail because of its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics more aggressively. The more aged EX2F is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.