Samsung EX2F vs Samsung NX3000
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37 Features
62 Overall
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89 Imaging
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62 Overall
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Samsung EX2F vs Samsung NX3000 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
- Launched December 2012
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 230g - 117 x 66 x 39mm
- Launched May 2014
- Earlier Model is Samsung NX2000
Samsung EX2F vs Samsung NX3000 Overview
Here, we will be evaluating the Samsung EX2F vs Samsung NX3000, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both are produced by Samsung. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the EX2F (12MP) and NX3000 (20MP) and the EX2F (1/1.7") and NX3000 (APS-C) boast different sensor sizes.
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe EX2F was brought out 17 months earlier than the NX3000 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Samsung EX2F being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX3000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before going right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise overview of how the EX2F scores against the NX3000 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Samsung EX2F vs Samsung NX3000 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung EX2F and Samsung NX3000. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung EX2F Gallery and Samsung NX3000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung EX2F over the Samsung NX3000
EX2F | NX3000 | |||
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Screen type | Fully Articulated | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX3000 over the Samsung EX2F
NX3000 | EX2F | |||
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Launched | May 2014 | December 2012 | More recent by 17 months | |
Screen resolution | 461k | 0k | Crisper screen (+461k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung EX2F and Samsung NX3000
EX2F | NX3000 | |||
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Manual focus | Very exact focusing | |||
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen dimensions | |
Touch screen | Lack of Touch screen |
Samsung EX2F vs Samsung NX3000 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Samsung EX2F features exterior measurements of 112mm x 62mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs) and the Samsung NX3000 has measurements of 117mm x 66mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") having a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).
Take a look at the Samsung EX2F vs Samsung NX3000 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the EX2F versus the NX3000.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX2F and NX3000 is 90 and 89 respectively.
Samsung EX2F vs Samsung NX3000 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very tough to imagine the difference between sensor measurements merely by reviewing specifications. The photograph here should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the EX2F and NX3000.
To sum up, the 2 cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The EX2F due to its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field tougher and the Samsung NX3000 will offer you greater detail having its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The older EX2F is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.
Samsung EX2F vs Samsung NX3000 Screen and ViewFinder
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Samsung EX2F vs Samsung NX3000 Specifications
Samsung EX2F | Samsung NX3000 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Samsung | Samsung |
Model type | Samsung EX2F | Samsung NX3000 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2012-12-18 | 2014-05-26 |
Body design | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 41.5mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 5472 x 3648 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 35 |
Cross type focus points | - | 1 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Samsung NX |
Lens zoom range | 24-80mm (3.3x) | - |
Maximum aperture | f/1.4-2.7 | - |
Number of lenses | - | 32 |
Crop factor | 4.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fully Articulated | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 0 thousand dot | 461 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | AMOLED | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | - | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | - | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow syncro, Manual | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | 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 | 294 grams (0.65 lbs) | 230 grams (0.51 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 112 x 62 x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 117 x 66 x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 48 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 20.0 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.5 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 209 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 370 photos |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | SLB-10A | B740 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2-30 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $478 | $897 |