Canon A2300 vs Samsung DV150F

Let's take a more detailed look at the Canon A2300 vs Samsung DV150F, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the A2300 (16MP) and the DV150F (16MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The A2300 was released 11 months before the DV150F so they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple view of how the A2300 scores vs the DV150F with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A2300 & Samsung DV150F. The complete galleries are available at Canon A2300 Gallery & Samsung DV150F Gallery.

If you're going to lug around your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon A2300 has got physical measurements of 95mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.8") and a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Samsung DV150F has measurements of 96mm x 55mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Look at the Canon A2300 vs Samsung DV150F in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the A2300 vs the DV150F.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A2300 and DV150F is 96 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, it is hard to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements only by going through specs. The photograph underneath might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the A2300 and DV150F.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same MP so you can expect comparable quality of photos though you should take the launch date of the cameras into account. The older A2300 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.