Samsung EX2F vs Sigma fp L

The following is a complete comparison of the Samsung EX2F versus Sigma fp L, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors Samsung and Sigma. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the EX2F (12MP) and fp L (61MP) and the EX2F (1/1.7") and fp L (Full frame) possess different sensor size.

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The EX2F was released 9 years before the fp L which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Samsung EX2F being a Compact camera and the Sigma fp L being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight into a detailed comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the EX2F scores against the fp L in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung EX2F and Sigma fp L. The complete galleries are available at Samsung EX2F Gallery and Sigma fp L Gallery.

If you're intending to travel with your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and proportions. 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) and the Sigma fp L has measurements of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") along with a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs).

Analyze the Samsung EX2F versus Sigma fp L in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the EX2F against the fp L.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX2F and fp L is 90 and 83 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions only by going over a spec sheet. The image underneath will provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX2F and fp L.

As you can see, both of these cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The EX2F because of its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF trickier and the Sigma fp L will deliver greater detail as a result of its extra 49MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs much more aggressively. The more aged EX2F is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.