Leica C vs Samsung DV300F

In this write-up, we are evaluating the Leica C and Samsung DV300F, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Leica and Samsung. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the C (12MP) and DV300F (16MP) and the C (1/1.7") and DV300F (1/2.3") use totally different sensor sizing.

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The C was introduced 21 months later than the DV300F making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a detailed comparison, below is a concise view of how the C grades versus the DV300F when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica C and Samsung DV300F. The whole galleries are viewable at Leica C Gallery and Samsung DV300F Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera often, you are going to need to take into account its weight and size. The Leica C comes with physical dimensions of 103mm x 63mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") along with a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Samsung DV300F has specifications of 95mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

Check out the Leica C and Samsung DV300F in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the C and the DV300F.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the C and DV300F is 92 and 96 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizing merely by checking specs. The graphic underneath might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the C and DV300F.

All in all, each of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The C having a larger sensor will make getting bokeh easier and the Samsung DV300F will give you more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop images far more aggressively. The younger C will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.