Samsung EX2F vs Sony H20

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.

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The 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.

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.

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.

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.