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Samsung EX2F vs Sony a1

Portability
90
Imaging
37
Features
62
Overall
47
Samsung EX2F front
 
Sony Alpha a1 front
Portability
61
Imaging
82
Features
93
Overall
86

Samsung EX2F vs Sony a1 Key Specs

Samsung EX2F
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-80mm (F1.4-2.7) lens
  • 294g - 112 x 62 x 29mm
  • Launched December 2012
Sony a1
(Full Review)
  • 50MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Display
  • ISO 100 - 32000 (Raise to 102400)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 7680 x 4320 video
  • Sony E Mount
  • 737g - 129 x 97 x 70mm
  • Announced January 2021
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Samsung EX2F vs Sony a1 Overview

Its time to look much closer at the Samsung EX2F and Sony a1, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by companies Samsung and Sony. There exists a crucial gap between the resolutions of the EX2F (12MP) and a1 (50MP) and the EX2F (1/1.7") and a1 (Full frame) boast different sensor size.

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The EX2F was brought out 9 years prior to the a1 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Samsung EX2F being a Compact camera and the Sony a1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going right into a complete comparison, here is a concise view of how the EX2F scores against the a1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Samsung EX2F over the Sony a1

 EX2F a1 
Display typeFully ArticulatedTiltingFully Articulating display
Selfie screen Take selfies

Reasons to pick Sony a1 over the Samsung EX2F

 a1 EX2F 
AnnouncedJanuary 2021December 2012Newer by 98 months
Display resolution1440k0kClearer display (+1440k dot)
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Common features in the Samsung EX2F and Sony a1

 EX2F a1 
Manual focus Very exact focusing
Display dimensions3"3"Equal display size

Samsung EX2F vs Sony a1 Physical Comparison

If you are going to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Samsung EX2F has physical dimensions of 112mm x 62mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs) and the Sony a1 has measurements of 129mm x 97mm x 70mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") and a weight of 737 grams (1.62 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the EX2F versus the a1.

Samsung EX2F vs Sony a1 size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX2F and a1 is 90 and 61 respectively.

Samsung EX2F vs Sony a1 top view buttons comparison

Samsung EX2F vs Sony a1 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it is difficult to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reading specs. The image underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the EX2F and a1.

All in all, the 2 cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The EX2F because of its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field more difficult and the Sony a1 will deliver extra detail having its extra 38 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The more aged EX2F is going to be behind in sensor technology.

Samsung EX2F vs Sony a1 sensor size comparison

Samsung EX2F vs Sony a1 Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung EX2F vs Sony a1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung EX2F Portrait photography highlights
Sony a1 Portrait photography highlights
42
has manual focus
supports RAW formats
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/1.7")
89
has manual focus
above average flash sync (1/400s)
amazing resolution (50MP)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
includes face detect focusing
delivers RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Samsung EX2F
Street photography with Sony a1
68
screen articulates fully
built in image stabilization (Optical)
supports RAW formats
sensor size is tiny (1/1.7")
heavier than competition (294g)
79
tilting screen
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
delivers RAW files
has focus by touch
environment proof
great ISO range (32,000)
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Sports Comparison

Samsung EX2F Sports photography factors
Sony a1 Sports photography factors
31
built in image stabilization (Optical)
low megapixels (12MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/1.7")
lacks phase detect auto focus
91
great max shutter speed (1/8,000s)
quiet shooting (1/32,000s)
high fps (30.0 frames per second)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
amazing resolution (50 megapixels)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
includes tracking focus
environment proof
great battery life (530 CIPA)
has phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Samsung EX2F Travel photography information
Sony a1 Travel photography information
66
flash built-in
selfie friendly display
rather wide (24mm)
very good max aperture (f1.4)
missing Time Lapse mode
heavier than competition (294 grams)
low megapixels (12MP)
74
great battery life (530 per charge)
environment proof
connects via bluetooth
has focus by touch
amazing resolution (50 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Samsung EX2F Landscape photography information
Sony a1 Landscape photography information
53
has manual focus
rather wide (24mm)
very good max aperture (f1.4)
nice screen size (3")
built in image stabilization (Optical)
supports RAW formats
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/1.7")
missing Time Lapse mode
88
has manual focus
interchangeable lenses (Sony E mount)
nice screen size (3")
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
amazing resolution (50MP)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
great ISO range (32,000)
delivers RAW files
environment proof
great battery life (530 shots)
2 card slots
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Samsung EX2F
Vlogging with Sony a1
71
rather wide (24mm)
very good max aperture (f1.4)
selfie friendly display
built in image stabilization (Optical)
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
missing external mic port
heavier than competition (294 grams)
37
touchscreen functionality
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
includes face detect focusing
video resolution high (7680 x 4320 pixels)
has mic support
display isn't selfie friendly
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Samsung EX2F vs Sony a1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung EX2F and Sony a1
 Samsung EX2FSony Alpha a1
General Information
Brand Samsung Sony
Model Samsung EX2F Sony Alpha a1
Category Small Sensor Compact Pro Mirrorless
Launched 2012-12-18 2021-01-26
Physical type Compact SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Sensor type BSI-CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/1.7" Full frame
Sensor dimensions 7.44 x 5.58mm 35.9 x 24mm
Sensor area 41.5mm² 861.6mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixels 50 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio - 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4000 x 3000 8640 x 5760
Maximum native ISO 3200 32000
Maximum enhanced ISO - 102400
Min native ISO 80 100
RAW images
Min enhanced ISO - 50
Autofocusing
Manual focus
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Number of focus points - 759
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens Sony E
Lens focal range 24-80mm (3.3x) -
Largest aperture f/1.4-2.7 -
Total lenses - 133
Focal length multiplier 4.8 1
Screen
Display type Fully Articulated Tilting
Display diagonal 3" 3"
Display resolution 0 thousand dots 1,440 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Display technology AMOLED -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic (optional) Electronic
Viewfinder resolution - 9,437 thousand dots
Viewfinder coverage - 100%
Viewfinder magnification - 0.9x
Features
Minimum shutter speed - 30 secs
Fastest shutter speed - 1/8000 secs
Fastest quiet shutter speed - 1/32000 secs
Continuous shutter rate - 30.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range - no built-in flash
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow syncro, Manual Flash off, Autoflash, Fill-flash, Slow Sync., Rear Sync., Red-eye reduction, Wireless, Hi-speed sync
External flash
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Fastest flash synchronize - 1/400 secs
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 7680x4320 (30p, 25p, 23.98)
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 7680x4320
Video format H.264 XAVC S, XAVC HS, H.264, H.265
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) Yes
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 294g (0.65 pounds) 737g (1.62 pounds)
Physical dimensions 112 x 62 x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") 129 x 97 x 70mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score 48 not tested
DXO Color Depth score 20.0 not tested
DXO Dynamic range score 11.5 not tested
DXO Low light score 209 not tested
Other
Battery life - 530 shots
Style of battery - Battery Pack
Battery model SLB-10A NP-FZ100
Self timer Yes Yes
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC Dual SD/CFexpress Type A slots (UHS-II supported)
Card slots 1 2
Retail pricing $478 $6,498