Samsung EX2F vs Sony H20
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Samsung EX2F vs Sony H20 Key Specs
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- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-80mm (F1.4-2.7) lens
- 294g - 112 x 62 x 29mm
- Introduced December 2012
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- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 38-380mm (F3.5-4.4) lens
- 250g - 107 x 69 x 47mm
- Launched May 2009
Samsung EX2F vs Sony H20 Overview
The following is a extensive comparison of the Samsung EX2F versus Sony H20, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the EX2F (12MP) and the H20 (10MP) is very similar but the EX2F (1/1.7") and H20 (1/2.3") provide different sensor sizes.
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe EX2F was launched 3 years after the H20 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a detailed comparison, here is a brief view of how the EX2F grades vs the H20 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Samsung EX2F vs Sony H20 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung EX2F and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H20. The complete galleries are available at Samsung EX2F Gallery and Sony H20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung EX2F over the Sony H20
EX2F | H20 | |||
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Launched | December 2012 | May 2009 | Newer by 44 months | |
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Sony H20 over the Samsung EX2F
H20 | EX2F | |||
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Display resolution | 230k | 0k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung EX2F and Sony H20
EX2F | H20 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial exact focusing | |||
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display dimensions | |
Touch display | Neither provides Touch display |
Samsung EX2F vs Sony H20 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Samsung EX2F provides exterior dimensions 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 Sony H20 has dimensions of 107mm x 69mm x 47mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.9") along with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).
Examine the Samsung EX2F versus Sony H20 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select during that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the EX2F against the H20.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the EX2F and H20 is 90 and 87 respectively.
Samsung EX2F vs Sony H20 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very hard to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions just by going over technical specs. The image here will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX2F and H20.
As you have seen, both of the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The EX2F because of its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF simpler and the Samsung EX2F will offer you more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The younger EX2F should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.
Samsung EX2F vs Sony H20 Screen and ViewFinder
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Samsung EX2F vs Sony H20 Specifications
Samsung EX2F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H20 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung EX2F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H20 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2012-12-18 | 2009-05-14 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 41.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-80mm (3.3x) | 38-380mm (10.0x) |
Max aperture | f/1.4-2.7 | f/3.5-4.4 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 2cm |
Crop factor | 4.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 0k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | AMOLED | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | - | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | - | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 7.10 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow syncro, Manual | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Front Curtain, Rear Curtain |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | - |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 294 gr (0.65 lbs) | 250 gr (0.55 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 112 x 62 x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 107 x 69 x 47mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 48 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 20.0 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.5 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 209 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | SLB-10A | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $478 | $249 |