Samsung EX2F vs Samsung SL720

Here is a extensive comparison of the Samsung EX2F and Samsung SL720, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact and both of them are offered by Samsung. The resolution of the EX2F (12MP) and the SL720 (12MP) is pretty well matched but the EX2F (1/1.7") and SL720 (1/2.3") offer different sensor sizing.

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The EX2F was announced 3 years later than the SL720 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Samsung EX2F being a Compact camera and the Samsung SL720 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going into a thorough comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the EX2F grades versus the SL720 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung EX2F and Samsung SL720. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung EX2F Gallery and Samsung SL720 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Samsung EX2F provides exterior measurements of 112mm x 62mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs) and the Samsung SL720 has dimensions of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

Compare the Samsung EX2F and Samsung SL720 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the EX2F and the SL720.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX2F and SL720 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Quite often, it is very difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizing only by looking at specs. The photograph below should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the EX2F and SL720.

All in all, both of those cameras have the same megapixel count albeit different sensor sizing. The EX2F uses the bigger sensor which is going to make achieving shallower depth of field simpler. The more modern EX2F should have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.