Samsung EX2F vs Sony W550

In this article, we are evaluating the Samsung EX2F vs Sony W550, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the EX2F (12MP) and the W550 (14MP) is very close but the EX2F (1/1.7") and W550 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor dimensions.

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The EX2F was released 18 months later than the W550 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung EX2F being a Compact camera and the Sony W550 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going through a in-depth comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the EX2F grades against the W550 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung EX2F & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W550. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung EX2F Gallery & Sony W550 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Samsung EX2F has got outer 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 W550 has proportions of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).

Examine the Samsung EX2F vs Sony W550 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the EX2F and the W550.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX2F and W550 is 90 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it is very tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizing only by looking through specs. The graphic here may offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX2F and W550.

All in all, each of the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The EX2F because of its larger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field simpler and the Sony W550 will render more detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics a little more aggressively. The fresher EX2F will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.