Canon A3300 IS vs Samsung DV300F
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Canon A3300 IS vs Samsung DV300F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 149g - 95 x 57 x 24mm
- Announced January 2011
(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
- Announced January 2012

Canon A3300 IS vs Samsung DV300F Overview
Below, we will be comparing the Canon A3300 IS versus Samsung DV300F, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the A3300 IS (16MP) and the DV300F (16MP) is relatively close and they feature the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The A3300 IS was revealed 12 months before the DV300F which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving through a complete comparison, below is a simple summary of how the A3300 IS grades versus the DV300F with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon A3300 IS vs Samsung DV300F Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A3300 IS & Samsung DV300F. The full galleries are available at Canon A3300 IS Gallery & Samsung DV300F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A3300 IS over the Samsung DV300F
A3300 IS | DV300F |
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Reasons to pick Samsung DV300F over the Canon A3300 IS
DV300F | A3300 IS | |||
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Announced | January 2012 | ![]() | January 2011 | Fresher by 12 months |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Canon A3300 IS and Samsung DV300F
A3300 IS | DV300F | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch screen |
Canon A3300 IS vs Samsung DV300F Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera often, you should factor in its weight and volume. The Canon A3300 IS enjoys physical measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Samsung DV300F has sizing of 95mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).
See the Canon A3300 IS versus Samsung DV300F in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached during that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the A3300 IS compared to the DV300F.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the A3300 IS and DV300F is 95 and 96 respectively.

Canon A3300 IS vs Samsung DV300F Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very difficult to visualize the gap in sensor sizing just by looking through specifications. The photograph underneath will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the A3300 IS and DV300F.
To sum up, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of photographs although you might want to factor the age of the cameras into account. The older A3300 IS will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

Canon A3300 IS vs Samsung DV300F Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A3300 IS vs Samsung DV300F Specifications
Canon PowerShot A3300 IS | Samsung DV300F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Samsung |
Model | Canon PowerShot A3300 IS | Samsung DV300F |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2011-01-05 | 2012-01-02 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
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) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/2.5-6.3 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15s | 16s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | 4.10 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Smart | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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) |
Highest 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 | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 149g (0.33 lb) | 133g (0.29 lb) |
Dimensions | 95 x 57 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 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 | 230 pictures | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-8L | BP88 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HCMMCplus | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $200 | $200 |