Canon SX210 IS vs Samsung DV300F
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Canon SX210 IS vs Samsung DV300F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-392mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 220g - 103 x 61 x 38mm
- Introduced June 2010
- Superseded the Canon SX200 IS
- Updated by Canon SX230 HS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.5-6.3) lens
- 133g - 95 x 57 x 18mm
- Introduced January 2012

Canon SX210 IS vs Samsung DV300F Overview
In this write-up, we are evaluating the Canon SX210 IS versus Samsung DV300F, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Samsung. The resolution of the SX210 IS (14MP) and the DV300F (16MP) is very well matched and they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The SX210 IS was introduced 18 months earlier than the DV300F making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving through a more detailed comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the SX210 IS scores vs the DV300F in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon SX210 IS vs Samsung DV300F Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX210 IS and Samsung DV300F. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX210 IS Gallery and Samsung DV300F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX210 IS over the Samsung DV300F
SX210 IS | DV300F | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focus |
Reasons to pick Samsung DV300F over the Canon SX210 IS
DV300F | SX210 IS | |||
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Introduced | January 2012 | ![]() | June 2010 | Newer by 18 months |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SX210 IS and Samsung DV300F
SX210 IS | DV300F | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither offers Touch friendly display |
Canon SX210 IS vs Samsung DV300F Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to travel with your camera, you have to factor its weight and size. The Canon SX210 IS offers exterior measurements of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") and a weight of 220 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Samsung DV300F has specifications of 95mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).
Check out the Canon SX210 IS versus Samsung DV300F in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the SX210 IS and the DV300F.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the SX210 IS and DV300F is 90 and 96 respectively.

Canon SX210 IS vs Samsung DV300F Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be difficult to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reading through specs. The image below will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SX210 IS and DV300F.
As you can plainly see, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Samsung DV300F to give you extra detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images far more aggressively. The more aged SX210 IS is going to be behind in sensor innovation.

Canon SX210 IS vs Samsung DV300F Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX210 IS vs Samsung DV300F Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX210 IS | Samsung DV300F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Samsung |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX210 IS | Samsung DV300F |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2010-06-16 | 2012-01-02 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Digic 4 | - |
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 | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-392mm (14.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/2.5-6.3 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 16 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/3200 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 4.10 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro, Manual (3 levels) | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 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 file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | 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 | 220 grams (0.49 lb) | 133 grams (0.29 lb) |
Dimensions | 103 x 61 x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") | 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 model | NB-5L | BP88 |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $226 | $200 |