Samsung EX2F vs Sony A37

Let's look closer at the Samsung EX2F and Sony A37, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Samsung and Sony. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the EX2F (12MP) and A37 (16MP) and the EX2F (1/1.7") and A37 (APS-C) feature different sensor measurements.

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The EX2F was announced 8 months after the A37 so they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung EX2F being a Compact camera and the Sony A37 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving straight into a complete comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the EX2F scores versus the A37 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung EX2F and Sony SLT-A37. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung EX2F Gallery and Sony A37 Gallery.

When you are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and dimensions. The Samsung EX2F enjoys physical dimensions of 112mm x 62mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs) and the Sony A37 has dimensions of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") having a weight of 506 grams (1.12 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung EX2F and Sony A37 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the EX2F against the A37.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX2F and A37 is 90 and 67 respectively.

Typically, it can be hard to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions just by checking specs. The image below will help provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX2F and A37.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The EX2F having a tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Sony A37 will give you greater detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics far more aggressively. The fresher EX2F should have an edge in sensor tech.