Samsung EX2F vs Sony a1

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.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung EX2F and Sony Alpha a1. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung EX2F Gallery and Sony a1 Gallery.

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).

Take a look at the Samsung EX2F and Sony a1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

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.

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

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.