Samsung EX2F vs Sony ZV-1

Lets look closer at the Samsung EX2F and Sony ZV-1, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors Samsung and Sony. There is a substantial difference between the image resolutions of the EX2F (12MP) and ZV-1 (20MP) and the EX2F (1/1.7") and ZV-1 (1") come with totally different sensor sizing.

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The EX2F was launched 8 years earlier than the ZV-1 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Samsung EX2F being a Compact camera and the Sony ZV-1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a full comparison, below is a concise summation of how the EX2F matches up vs the ZV-1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung EX2F & Sony ZV-1. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung EX2F Gallery & Sony ZV-1 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Samsung EX2F has got exterior measurements of 112mm x 62mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs) and the Sony ZV-1 has specifications of 105mm x 60mm x 44mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.7") along with a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).

Check the Samsung EX2F and Sony ZV-1 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the EX2F compared to the ZV-1.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the EX2F and ZV-1 is 90 and 88 respectively.

Usually, it is very hard to envision the gap between sensor sizing only by reading through a spec sheet. The graphic here might give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the EX2F and ZV-1.

As you can see, both cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The EX2F because of its tinier sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field tougher and the Sony ZV-1 will give extra detail utilizing its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The older EX2F is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.