Samsung EX2F vs Sony HX9V

Below is a extended assessment of the Samsung EX2F versus Sony HX9V, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Samsung and Sony. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the EX2F (12MP) and HX9V (16MP) and the EX2F (1/1.7") and HX9V (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor dimensions.

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The EX2F was manufactured 18 months later than the HX9V making the cameras a generation apart from each other. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the EX2F matches up versus the HX9V when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung EX2F and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung EX2F Gallery and Sony HX9V Gallery.

For those who are planning to lug around your camera, you will need to think about its weight and volume. The Samsung EX2F offers exterior measurements of 112mm x 62mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs) whilst the Sony HX9V has sizing of 105mm x 59mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung EX2F versus Sony HX9V in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is the front view size comparison of the EX2F vs the HX9V.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the EX2F and HX9V is 90 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to envision the gap between sensor measurements only by reading through technical specs. The graphic here will offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the EX2F and HX9V.

As you can tell, both of these cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The EX2F due to its larger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF easier and the Sony HX9V will give you extra detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics far more aggressively. The younger EX2F will have an advantage in sensor tech.