Samsung EX2F vs Sony HX300

Below, we are reviewing the Samsung EX2F and Sony HX300, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Samsung and Sony. There is a noticeable difference among the image resolutions of the EX2F (12MP) and HX300 (20MP) and the EX2F (1/1.7") and HX300 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor dimensions.

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The EX2F was brought out 2 months prior to the HX300 and they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Samsung EX2F being a Compact camera and the Sony HX300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving through a more detailed comparison, below is a concise view of how the EX2F scores against the HX300 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung EX2F & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX300. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung EX2F Gallery & Sony HX300 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Samsung EX2F enjoys outside measurements 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 HX300 has measurements of 130mm x 103mm x 93mm (5.1" x 4.1" x 3.7") accompanied by a weight of 623 grams (1.37 lbs).

Look at the Samsung EX2F and Sony HX300 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use at that time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the EX2F vs the HX300.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the EX2F and HX300 is 90 and 63 respectively.

Often, it's tough to envision the difference in sensor sizing simply by researching specs. The graphic below should give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX2F and HX300.

All in all, both of these cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The EX2F featuring a larger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF less difficult and the Sony HX300 will provide you with extra detail having its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images much more aggressively.