Casio EX-100 vs Samsung DV300F

Here is a complete overview of the Casio EX-100 and Samsung DV300F, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Casio and Samsung. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the EX-100 (12MP) and DV300F (16MP) and the EX-100 (1/1.7") and DV300F (1/2.3") have different sensor measurements.

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The EX-100 was announced 2 years later than the DV300F and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a full comparison, here is a concise overview of how the EX-100 scores versus the DV300F in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-100 and Samsung DV300F. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-100 Gallery and Samsung DV300F Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera, you will want to factor its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-100 offers outer dimensions of 119mm x 67mm x 50mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.0") with a weight of 389 grams (0.86 lbs) whilst the Samsung DV300F has measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have at that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the EX-100 versus the DV300F.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-100 and DV300F is 83 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizing simply by reading specs. The graphic below will give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-100 and DV300F.

All in all, both cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The EX-100 using its bigger sensor is going to make getting bokeh easier and the Samsung DV300F will deliver more detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The younger EX-100 should have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.