Samsung EX2F vs Sony A7

Below is a detailed analysis of the Samsung EX2F and Sony A7, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by brands Samsung and Sony. There exists a noticeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the EX2F (12MP) and A7 (24MP) and the EX2F (1/1.7") and A7 (Full frame) enjoy different sensor sizes.

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The EX2F was manufactured 13 months prior to the A7 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung EX2F being a Compact camera and the Sony A7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the EX2F scores vs the A7 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung EX2F & Sony Alpha A7. The entire galleries are available at Samsung EX2F Gallery & Sony A7 Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to take into account its weight and volume. The Samsung EX2F has got outside dimensions 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 Sony A7 has sizing of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 474 grams (1.04 lbs).

Look at the Samsung EX2F and Sony A7 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is the front view size comparison of the EX2F versus the A7.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX2F and A7 is 90 and 78 respectively.

More often than not, its hard to visualize the difference in sensor measurements just by seeing technical specs. The photograph below should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX2F and A7.

As you have seen, the two cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The EX2F due to its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field more difficult and the Sony A7 will produce extra detail due to its extra 12MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The older EX2F will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.