Nikon P330 vs Samsung DV300F

Below, we will be looking at the Nikon P330 versus Samsung DV300F, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Nikon and Samsung. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the P330 (12MP) and DV300F (16MP) and the P330 (1/1.7") and DV300F (1/2.3") feature different sensor size.

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The P330 was revealed 15 months after the DV300F which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a detailed comparison, below is a quick summary of how the P330 grades versus the DV300F when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P330 and Samsung DV300F. The full galleries are provided at Nikon P330 Gallery and Samsung DV300F Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera often, you have to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon P330 comes with exterior measurements of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 200 grams (0.44 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).

Look at the Nikon P330 versus Samsung DV300F in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the P330 compared to the DV300F.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the P330 and DV300F is 92 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizes purely by checking out specifications. The pic below will give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the P330 and DV300F.

To sum up, both of the cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The P330 with its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Samsung DV300F will show more detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots much more aggressively. The fresher P330 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.