Samsung EX2F vs Sony WX50
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Samsung EX2F vs Sony WX50 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-80mm (F1.4-2.7) lens
- 294g - 112 x 62 x 29mm
- Introduced December 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-125mm (F2.6-6.3) lens
- 117g - 92 x 52 x 19mm
- Released January 2012
Samsung EX2F vs Sony WX50 Overview
On this page, we are comparing the Samsung EX2F versus Sony WX50, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the EX2F (12MP) and WX50 (16MP) and the EX2F (1/1.7") and WX50 (1/2.3") boast different sensor measurements.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe EX2F was unveiled 11 months later than the WX50 so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the EX2F scores against the WX50 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Samsung EX2F vs Sony WX50 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung EX2F and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX50. The full galleries are available at Samsung EX2F Gallery and Sony WX50 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung EX2F over the Sony WX50
EX2F | WX50 | |||
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Released | December 2012 | January 2012 | Fresher by 11 months | |
Focus manually | Very accurate focus | |||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Sony WX50 over the Samsung EX2F
WX50 | EX2F | |||
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Display resolution | 461k | 0k | Sharper display (+461k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung EX2F and Sony WX50
EX2F | WX50 | |||
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Touch display | Neither comes with Touch display |
Samsung EX2F vs Sony WX50 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Samsung EX2F comes with exterior measurements of 112mm x 62mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs) and the Sony WX50 has proportions of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") along with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).
Examine the Samsung EX2F versus Sony WX50 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use during that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the EX2F compared to the WX50.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX2F and WX50 is 90 and 96 respectively.
Samsung EX2F vs Sony WX50 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing merely by checking out technical specs. The photograph underneath will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX2F and WX50.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The EX2F using its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF simpler and the Sony WX50 will show extra detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos more aggressively. The more modern EX2F should have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.
Samsung EX2F vs Sony WX50 Screen and ViewFinder
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Samsung EX2F vs Sony WX50 Specifications
Samsung EX2F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX50 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung EX2F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX50 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2012-12-18 | 2012-01-30 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
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 | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-80mm (3.3x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/1.4-2.7 | f/2.6-6.3 |
Macro focusing range | - | 5cm |
Crop factor | 4.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 0k dot | 461k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | AMOLED | Clearfoto TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | - | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | - | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 5.30 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow syncro, Manual | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 294g (0.65 lbs) | 117g (0.26 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 112 x 62 x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 92 x 52 x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") |
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 life | - | 240 photographs |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | SLB-10A | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $478 | $250 |