Samsung EX2F vs Sony S2000

Here, we are matching up the Samsung EX2F versus Sony S2000, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the EX2F (12MP) and the S2000 (10MP) is very similar but the EX2F (1/1.7") and S2000 (1/2.3") boast different sensor dimensions.

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The EX2F was announced 2 years after the S2000 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a concise view of how the EX2F grades against the S2000 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung EX2F & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung EX2F Gallery & Sony S2000 Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and measurements. The Samsung EX2F offers 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) while the Sony S2000 has proportions of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Analyze the Samsung EX2F versus Sony S2000 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached at that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the EX2F compared to the S2000.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the EX2F and S2000 is 90 and 93 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reading a spec sheet. The image here should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX2F and S2000.

Clearly, each of the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The EX2F having a larger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Samsung EX2F will offer you more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics way more aggressively. The fresher EX2F should have an edge in sensor tech.