Samsung EX2F vs Sony A550

In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Samsung EX2F versus Sony A550, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the EX2F (12MP) and the A550 (14MP) is pretty well matched but the EX2F (1/1.7") and A550 (APS-C) feature different sensor dimensions.

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The EX2F was introduced 3 years after the A550 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Samsung EX2F being a Compact camera and the Sony A550 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before getting through a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the EX2F scores versus the A550 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung EX2F and Sony Alpha DSLR-A550. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung EX2F Gallery and Sony A550 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Samsung EX2F features physical dimensions 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 Sony A550 has proportions of 137mm x 104mm x 84mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.3") with a weight of 632 grams (1.39 lbs).

Compare the Samsung EX2F versus Sony A550 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the EX2F and the A550.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the EX2F and A550 is 90 and 63 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes simply by looking at specs. The pic underneath should give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX2F and A550.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The EX2F having a tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF trickier and the Sony A550 will give you more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more modern EX2F provides a benefit in sensor technology.