Samsung EX2F vs Sony W690

The following is a comprehensive comparison of the Samsung EX2F versus Sony W690, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Samsung and Sony. There exists a considerable gap between the sensor resolutions of the EX2F (12MP) and W690 (16MP) and the EX2F (1/1.7") and W690 (1/2.3") feature different sensor measurements.

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The EX2F was announced 10 months after the W690 and they are of a similar age. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a short summary of how the EX2F grades versus the W690 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung EX2F & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung EX2F Gallery & Sony W690 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and proportions. The Samsung EX2F enjoys outside measurements 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 W690 has measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung EX2F versus Sony W690 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose at that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the EX2F compared to the W690.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX2F and W690 is 90 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The picture underneath might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the EX2F and W690.

As you can see, the 2 cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The EX2F having a larger sensor is going to make getting bokeh less difficult and the Sony W690 will offer greater detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop images a little more aggressively. The newer EX2F provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.