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Samsung EX2F vs Sony S2100

Portability
90
Imaging
37
Features
62
Overall
47
Samsung EX2F front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100 front
Portability
93
Imaging
35
Features
17
Overall
27

Samsung EX2F vs Sony S2100 Key Specs

Samsung EX2F
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-80mm (F1.4-2.7) lens
  • 294g - 112 x 62 x 29mm
  • Released December 2012
Sony S2100
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 33-105mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
  • 167g - 98 x 61 x 27mm
  • Announced January 2010
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Samsung EX2F vs Sony S2100 Overview

Here, we will be comparing the Samsung EX2F and Sony S2100, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the EX2F (12MP) and the S2100 (12MP) is relatively well matched but the EX2F (1/1.7") and S2100 (1/2.3") boast different sensor sizing.

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The EX2F was released 2 years after the S2100 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise overview of how the EX2F matches up vs the S2100 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Samsung EX2F over the Sony S2100

 EX2F S2100 
AnnouncedDecember 2012January 2010Newer by 36 months
Manual focus Dial precise focusing
Screen typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating screen
Selfie screen Take selfies

Reasons to pick Sony S2100 over the Samsung EX2F

 S2100 EX2F 
Screen resolution230k0kClearer screen (+230k dot)

Common features in the Samsung EX2F and Sony S2100

 EX2F S2100 
Screen size3"3"Same screen measurement
Touch screen Missing Touch screen

Samsung EX2F vs Sony S2100 Physical Comparison

When you are aiming to travel with your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Samsung EX2F provides physical measurements 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 S2100 has dimensions of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at the time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the EX2F and the S2100.

Samsung EX2F vs Sony S2100 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the EX2F and S2100 is 90 and 93 respectively.

Samsung EX2F vs Sony S2100 top view buttons comparison

Samsung EX2F vs Sony S2100 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it can be difficult to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions simply by looking at technical specs. The pic here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the EX2F and S2100.

As you have seen, both the cameras come with the identical resolution albeit different sensor dimensions. The EX2F provides the bigger sensor which will make obtaining shallower DOF easier. The more recent EX2F provides an edge in sensor technology.

Samsung EX2F vs Sony S2100 sensor size comparison

Samsung EX2F vs Sony S2100 Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung EX2F vs Sony S2100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung EX2F Portrait photography info
Sony S2100 Portrait photography info
42
manual focus
exports RAW formats
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/1.7")
21
no manual focus
lack of manual mode
external flash not possible
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Street Comparison

Samsung EX2F Street photography info
Sony S2100 Street photography info
68
fully articulated screen
image stabilization (Optical)
exports RAW formats
sensor is tiny (1/1.7")
more heavy than average in class (294 grams)
46
screen does not articulate
no image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Samsung EX2F Sports photography info
Sony S2100 Sports photography info
31
image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor is tiny (1/1.7")
lacks phase detect auto focus
17
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,200s)
very slow continuous shooting (1.0 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
low resolution sensor (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Samsung EX2F Travel photography factors
Sony S2100 Travel photography factors
66
built-in flash
selfie friendly screen
pretty wide (24mm)
great max aperture (f1.4)
does not have Timelapse mode
more heavy than average in class (294g)
sensor resolution low (12MP)
50
has built in flash
no Time Lapse recording
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
wide angle not the best (33mm)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Samsung EX2F
Landscape photography with Sony S2100
53
manual focus
pretty wide (24mm)
great max aperture (f1.4)
decent sized screen (3")
image stabilization (Optical)
exports RAW formats
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor is tiny (1/1.7")
does not have Timelapse mode
27
pretty good screen size (3 inch)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (33mm)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
lack of manual mode
no image stabilization
low resolution sensor (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
no Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung EX2F Vlogging details
Sony S2100 Vlogging details
71
pretty wide (24mm)
great max aperture (f1.4)
selfie friendly screen
image stabilization (Optical)
high video quality (1920 x 1080 pxls)
does not have microphone support
more heavy than average in class (294g)
22
wide angle not the best (33mm)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
screen is not selfie friendly
no image stabilization
low res video (640 x 480 pxls)
no mic port
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Samsung EX2F vs Sony S2100 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung EX2F and Sony S2100
 Samsung EX2FSony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100
General Information
Brand Samsung Sony
Model type Samsung EX2F Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100
Class Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Released 2012-12-18 2010-01-07
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor - Bionz
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/1.7" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 7.44 x 5.58mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 41.5mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12MP 12MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO 3200 3200
Min native ISO 80 100
RAW data
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Total focus points - 9
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 24-80mm (3.3x) 33-105mm (3.2x)
Highest aperture f/1.4-2.7 f/3.1-5.6
Macro focusing range - 5cm
Focal length multiplier 4.8 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fully Articulated Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3" 3"
Screen resolution 0k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Screen technology AMOLED -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic (optional) None
Features
Lowest shutter speed - 1s
Highest shutter speed - 1/1200s
Continuous shooting speed - 1.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes -
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance - 3.30 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow syncro, Manual Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 640x480
Video format H.264 Motion JPEG
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 294g (0.65 lb) 167g (0.37 lb)
Physical dimensions 112 x 62 x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") 98 x 61 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating 48 not tested
DXO Color Depth rating 20.0 not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating 11.5 not tested
DXO Low light rating 209 not tested
Other
Battery ID SLB-10A 2 x AA
Self timer Yes Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, optional SD, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Cost at launch $478 $0