Nikon P510 vs Samsung DV300F
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Nikon P510 vs Samsung DV300F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1000mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 555g - 120 x 83 x 102mm
- Released July 2012
- Succeeded the Nikon P500
- New Model is Nikon P520
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.5-6.3) lens
- 133g - 95 x 57 x 18mm
- Released January 2012
Nikon P510 vs Samsung DV300F Overview
On this page, we will be reviewing the Nikon P510 versus Samsung DV300F, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the P510 (16MP) and the DV300F (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Google AI Gemini Could Enhance iPhone Experience, Talks SuggestThe P510 was introduced 7 months after the DV300F and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Nikon P510 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung DV300F being a Compact camera.
Before getting straight to a detailed comparison, here is a short introduction of how the P510 matches up vs the DV300F with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon P510 vs Samsung DV300F Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P510 and Samsung DV300F. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon P510 Gallery and Samsung DV300F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon P510 over the Samsung DV300F
P510 | DV300F | |||
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Released | July 2012 | January 2012 | Newer by 7 months | |
Manual focus | Dial precise focus | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 460k | Sharper screen (+461k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung DV300F over the Nikon P510
DV300F | P510 |
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Common features in the Nikon P510 and Samsung DV300F
P510 | DV300F | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen measurement | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither contains Touch screen |
Nikon P510 vs Samsung DV300F Physical Comparison
In case you're going to travel with your camera, you'll need to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon P510 has got outside measurements of 120mm x 83mm x 102mm (4.7" x 3.3" x 4.0") and a weight of 555 grams (1.22 lbs) while the Samsung DV300F has sizing of 95mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).
Look at the Nikon P510 versus Samsung DV300F in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. The following is a front view size comparison of the P510 compared to the DV300F.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the P510 and DV300F is 66 and 96 respectively.
Nikon P510 vs Samsung DV300F Sensor Comparison
Typically, its difficult to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions only by checking technical specs. The picture underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the P510 and DV300F.
As you have seen, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels and you should expect similar quality of photos but you really should consider the production date of the products into consideration. The more modern P510 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.
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Nikon P510 vs Samsung DV300F Specifications
Nikon Coolpix P510 | Samsung DV300F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Coolpix P510 | Samsung DV300F |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2012-07-05 | 2012-01-02 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-1000mm (41.7x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/2.5-6.3 |
Macro focus distance | 2cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 921k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 16 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 7.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 4.10 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (15, 30fps), 1280 x 720p (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (120, 30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 555g (1.22 lb) | 133g (0.29 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 120 x 83 x 102mm (4.7" x 3.3" x 4.0") | 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 | 200 photographs | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL5 | BP88 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at release | $600 | $200 |