Samsung EX2F vs Sony WX9

Lets look closer at the Samsung EX2F and Sony WX9, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Samsung and Sony. There is a considerable difference between the sensor resolutions of the EX2F (12MP) and WX9 (16MP) and the EX2F (1/1.7") and WX9 (1/2.3") use different sensor size.

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The EX2F was released 24 months after the WX9 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung EX2F being a Compact camera and the Sony WX9 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go straight into a complete comparison, below is a simple view of how the EX2F matches up versus the WX9 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung EX2F & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX9. The complete galleries are available at Samsung EX2F Gallery & Sony WX9 Gallery.

If you're looking to travel with your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Samsung EX2F features outer 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 WX9 has dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung EX2F and Sony WX9 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the EX2F versus the WX9.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the EX2F and WX9 is 90 and 99 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to picture the gap between sensor dimensions purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The picture here may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the EX2F and WX9.

As you can see, each of these cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The EX2F due to its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Sony WX9 will offer extra detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The fresher EX2F provides an edge in sensor tech.