Canon SX710 HS vs Samsung DV300F
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Canon SX710 HS vs Samsung DV300F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-750mm (F3.2-6.9) lens
- 269g - 113 x 66 x 35mm
- Introduced January 2015
- Previous Model is Canon SX700 HS
- Renewed by Canon SX720 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
- Revealed January 2012

Canon SX710 HS vs Samsung DV300F Overview
Here, we are comparing the Canon SX710 HS and Samsung DV300F, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Samsung. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the SX710 HS (20MP) and DV300F (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The SX710 HS was released 3 years after the DV300F which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the SX710 HS grades versus the DV300F in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon SX710 HS vs Samsung DV300F Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX710 HS and Samsung DV300F. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX710 HS Gallery and Samsung DV300F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX710 HS over the Samsung DV300F
SX710 HS | DV300F | |||
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Revealed | January 2015 | ![]() | January 2012 | Newer by 37 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper display (+462k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung DV300F over the Canon SX710 HS
DV300F | SX710 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX710 HS and Samsung DV300F
SX710 HS | DV300F | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Absent Touch friendly display |
Canon SX710 HS vs Samsung DV300F Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to travel with your camera, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon SX710 HS has outside measurements of 113mm x 66mm x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) and the Samsung DV300F has proportions of 95mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).
Check the Canon SX710 HS and Samsung DV300F in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the SX710 HS against the DV300F.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SX710 HS and DV300F is 89 and 96 respectively.

Canon SX710 HS vs Samsung DV300F Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very hard to see the gap in sensor dimensions simply by going through a spec sheet. The picture underneath should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SX710 HS and DV300F.
Clearly, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Canon SX710 HS to produce greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics way more aggressively. The fresher SX710 HS will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.

Canon SX710 HS vs Samsung DV300F Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX710 HS vs Samsung DV300F Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX710 HS | Samsung DV300F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Samsung |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX710 HS | Samsung DV300F |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2015-01-06 | 2012-01-02 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 6 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | 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 | 20 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-750mm (30.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.2-6.9 | f/2.5-6.3 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 922 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15s | 16s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/3200s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 4.10 m |
Flash options | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 269 grams (0.59 pounds) | 133 grams (0.29 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 113 x 66 x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") | 95 x 57 x 18mm (3.7" 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 shots | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-6LH | BP88 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $349 | $200 |