Samsung EX2F vs Sony H200

Its time to look more in depth at the Samsung EX2F and Sony H200, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Samsung and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the resolutions of the EX2F (12MP) and H200 (20MP) and the EX2F (1/1.7") and H200 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor dimensions.

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The EX2F was unveiled at a similar time to the H200 so they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras have different body design with the Samsung EX2F being a Compact camera and the Sony H200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick view of how the EX2F grades versus the H200 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung EX2F and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H200. The full galleries are available at Samsung EX2F Gallery and Sony H200 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and size. The Samsung EX2F features exterior dimensions of 112mm x 62mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs) whilst the Sony H200 has specifications of 123mm x 83mm x 87mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 3.4") with a weight of 530 grams (1.17 lbs).

Analyze the Samsung EX2F and Sony H200 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the EX2F compared to the H200.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX2F and H200 is 90 and 67 respectively.

Quite often, it is very tough to see the difference in sensor measurements simply by checking out specifications. The photograph underneath might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX2F and H200.

Plainly, both cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The EX2F with its bigger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF less difficult and the Sony H200 will show more detail having an extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively.