Samsung EX2F vs Samsung TL500

Following is a thorough overview of the Samsung EX2F and Samsung TL500, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and they are both sold by Samsung. The sensor resolution of the EX2F (12MP) and the TL500 (10MP) is very close and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/1.7").

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The EX2F was announced 2 years after the TL500 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a detailed comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the EX2F grades vs the TL500 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung EX2F and Samsung TL500. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung EX2F Gallery and Samsung TL500 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Samsung EX2F features outside measurements of 112mm x 62mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs) while the Samsung TL500 has proportions of 114mm x 63mm x 29mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.1") along with a weight of 386 grams (0.85 lbs).

Compare the Samsung EX2F and Samsung TL500 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the EX2F vs the TL500.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX2F and TL500 is 90 and 88 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizes purely by researching technical specs. The image below may give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the EX2F and TL500.

As you have seen, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Samsung EX2F to provide you with more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos much more aggressively. The younger EX2F is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.