Samsung EX2F vs Sony S950

Lets look a little more in depth at the Samsung EX2F versus Sony S950, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the EX2F (12MP) and the S950 (10MP) is fairly comparable but the EX2F (1/1.7") and S950 (1/2.3") offer different sensor sizes.

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The EX2F was revealed 3 years after the S950 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a detailed comparison, here is a short highlight of how the EX2F scores vs the S950 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung EX2F and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S950. The full galleries are provided at Samsung EX2F Gallery and Sony S950 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera, you have to factor in its weight and size. The Samsung EX2F has got external dimensions of 112mm x 62mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs) whilst the Sony S950 has specifications of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Compare the Samsung EX2F versus Sony S950 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the EX2F versus the S950.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX2F and S950 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizes just by checking out specifications. The image underneath will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the EX2F and S950.

Plainly, both cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The EX2F having a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF less difficult and the Samsung EX2F will provide greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop pics more aggressively. The more modern EX2F provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.