Nikon P300 vs Samsung DV300F

On this page, we will be looking at the Nikon P300 vs Samsung DV300F, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. There exists a sizable gap among the resolutions of the P300 (12MP) and DV300F (16MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The P300 was introduced 7 months earlier than the DV300F so they are both of a similar age. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise summary of how the P300 grades against the DV300F with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P300 & Samsung DV300F. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon P300 Gallery & Samsung DV300F Gallery.

For those who are going to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon P300 features external measurements of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs) whilst the Samsung DV300F has measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the P300 compared to the DV300F.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the P300 and DV300F is 92 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to picture the contrast in sensor measurements only by checking out specs. The photograph here will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the P300 and DV300F.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You can count on the Samsung DV300F to produce more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The older P300 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.