Samsung EX2F vs Sony W830
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Samsung EX2F vs Sony W830 Key Specs
(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
- Announced December 2012
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-200mm (F3.3-6.3) lens
- 122g - 93 x 52 x 23mm
- Announced January 2014
Samsung EX2F vs Sony W830 Overview
Here, we will be comparing the Samsung EX2F versus Sony W830, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Samsung and Sony. There is a noticeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the EX2F (12MP) and W830 (20MP) and the EX2F (1/1.7") and W830 (1/2.3") provide different sensor sizing.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe EX2F was unveiled 12 months prior to the W830 so they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung EX2F being a Compact camera and the Sony W830 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before going into a full comparison, here is a quick summation of how the EX2F grades versus the W830 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Samsung EX2F vs Sony W830 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung EX2F & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W830. The full galleries are provided at Samsung EX2F Gallery & Sony W830 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung EX2F over the Sony W830
EX2F | W830 | |||
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Focus manually | Very accurate focus | |||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Sony W830 over the Samsung EX2F
W830 | EX2F | |||
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Announced | January 2014 | December 2012 | Fresher by 12 months | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 0k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung EX2F and Sony W830
EX2F | W830 | |||
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Touch screen | Absent Touch screen |
Samsung EX2F vs Sony W830 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry your camera, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Samsung EX2F provides external dimensions 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 W830 has proportions of 93mm x 52mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") and a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs).
Look at the Samsung EX2F versus Sony W830 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use during that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the EX2F compared to the W830.
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the EX2F and W830 is 90 and 96 respectively.
Samsung EX2F vs Sony W830 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be difficult to visualize the gap in sensor sizing just by going through specifications. The graphic below may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the EX2F and W830.
Plainly, both of the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The EX2F using its bigger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Sony W830 will show greater detail having an extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The older EX2F will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Samsung EX2F vs Sony W830 Specifications
Samsung EX2F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W830 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung EX2F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W830 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2012-12-18 | 2014-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
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 | 12 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 5152 x 3864 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-80mm (3.3x) | 25-200mm (8.0x) |
Max aperture | f/1.4-2.7 | f/3.3-6.3 |
Crop factor | 4.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 0 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | AMOLED | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | - | 2s |
Maximum shutter speed | - | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 2.80 m (with ISO auto) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow syncro, Manual | Auto / Flash On / Slow Synchro / Flash Off / Advanced Flash |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 294 grams (0.65 lbs) | 122 grams (0.27 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 112 x 62 x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 93 x 52 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 48 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 20.0 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.5 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 209 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | SLB-10A | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo, microSD/microSDHC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $478 | $128 |