Canon A2300 vs Samsung DV300F

Let's take a deeper look at the Canon A2300 and Samsung DV300F, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the A2300 (16MP) and the DV300F (16MP) is pretty close and they possess the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The A2300 was announced 2 months later than the DV300F which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a in-depth comparison, below is a short overview of how the A2300 grades versus the DV300F in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A2300 and Samsung DV300F. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon A2300 Gallery and Samsung DV300F Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera, you have to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon A2300 provides physical dimensions of 95mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.8") with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Samsung DV300F has proportions of 95mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

Check the Canon A2300 and Samsung DV300F in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the A2300 against the DV300F.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the A2300 and DV300F is 96 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing purely by looking through technical specs. The graphic underneath will offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the A2300 and DV300F.

As you can tell, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of photos but you might want to consider the production date of the cameras into account.