Canon A3300 IS vs Samsung DV150F
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Canon A3300 IS vs Samsung DV150F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 149g - 95 x 57 x 24mm
- Launched January 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.5-6.3) lens
- 116g - 96 x 55 x 18mm
- Revealed January 2013

Canon A3300 IS vs Samsung DV150F Overview
On this page, we will be matching up the Canon A3300 IS vs Samsung DV150F, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the A3300 IS (16MP) and the DV150F (16MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The A3300 IS was brought out 24 months prior to the DV150F which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a complete comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the A3300 IS scores versus the DV150F with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon A3300 IS vs Samsung DV150F Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A3300 IS and Samsung DV150F. The entire galleries are provided at Canon A3300 IS Gallery and Samsung DV150F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A3300 IS over the Samsung DV150F
A3300 IS | DV150F | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Samsung DV150F over the Canon A3300 IS
DV150F | A3300 IS | |||
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Revealed | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2011 | More recent by 24 months |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Canon A3300 IS and Samsung DV150F
A3300 IS | DV150F | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen |
Canon A3300 IS vs Samsung DV150F Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to lug around your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and size. The Canon A3300 IS has outside dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Samsung DV150F has specifications of 96mm x 55mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).
See the Canon A3300 IS vs Samsung DV150F in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at that moment. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the A3300 IS vs the DV150F.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A3300 IS and DV150F is 95 and 96 respectively.

Canon A3300 IS vs Samsung DV150F Sensor Comparison
Normally, its difficult to visualise the gap in sensor measurements simply by checking out a spec sheet. The photograph below might give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the A3300 IS and DV150F.
As you can see, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of pictures however you would want to take the release date of the cameras into account. The older A3300 IS will be behind in sensor technology.

Canon A3300 IS vs Samsung DV150F Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A3300 IS vs Samsung DV150F Specifications
Canon PowerShot A3300 IS | Samsung DV150F | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Samsung |
Model | Canon PowerShot A3300 IS | Samsung DV150F |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2011-01-05 | 2013-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 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 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/2.5-6.3 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | - | Rear TFT LCD + 1.5 inch front LCd |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Smart | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure 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 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 149 grams (0.33 pounds) | 116 grams (0.26 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 57 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 96 x 55 x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 230 photographs | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-8L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HCMMCplus | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $200 | $150 |