Canon A1300 vs Samsung DV300F
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Canon A1300 vs Samsung DV300F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 174g - 95 x 62 x 30mm
- Introduced February 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.5-6.3) lens
- 133g - 95 x 57 x 18mm
- Revealed January 2012
Canon A1300 vs Samsung DV300F Overview
Here is a detailed analysis of the Canon A1300 and Samsung DV300F, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Canon and Samsung. The resolution of the A1300 (16MP) and the DV300F (16MP) is relatively close and they come with the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe A1300 was launched 2 months later than the DV300F so they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going straight into a full comparison, below is a concise view of how the A1300 grades versus the DV300F for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Canon A1300 vs Samsung DV300F Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A1300 & Samsung DV300F. The complete galleries are provided at Canon A1300 Gallery & Samsung DV300F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A1300 over the Samsung DV300F
A1300 | DV300F |
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Reasons to pick Samsung DV300F over the Canon A1300
DV300F | A1300 | |||
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Screen dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Canon A1300 and Samsung DV300F
A1300 | DV300F | |||
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Revealed | February 2012 | January 2012 | Same age | |
Focus manually | No manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither contains Touch friendly screen |
Canon A1300 vs Samsung DV300F Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and size. The Canon A1300 has got exterior measurements of 95mm x 62mm x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 174 grams (0.38 lbs) and the Samsung DV300F has specifications of 95mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).
See the Canon A1300 and Samsung DV300F in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Here is the front view scale comparison of the A1300 against the DV300F.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the A1300 and DV300F is 93 and 96 respectively.
Canon A1300 vs Samsung DV300F Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizing merely by viewing a spec sheet. The graphic underneath should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the A1300 and DV300F.
Clearly, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same resolution so you can expect comparable quality of photos though you should really consider the age of the cameras into account.
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Canon A1300 vs Samsung DV300F Specifications
Canon PowerShot A1300 | Samsung DV300F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Samsung |
Model | Canon PowerShot A1300 | Samsung DV300F |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2012-02-07 | 2012-01-02 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/2.5-6.3 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 16 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 4.10 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 174 grams (0.38 lbs) | 133 grams (0.29 lbs) |
Dimensions | 95 x 62 x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 95 x 57 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 shots | - |
Form of battery | AA | - |
Battery model | 2 x AA | BP88 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $119 | $200 |