Nikon S6300 vs Samsung DV300F
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Nikon S6300 vs Samsung DV300F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 160g - 94 x 58 x 26mm
- Launched February 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.5-6.3) lens
- 133g - 95 x 57 x 18mm
- Announced January 2012
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Lets look more closely at the Nikon S6300 versus Samsung DV300F, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Samsung. The image resolution of the S6300 (16MP) and the DV300F (16MP) is very similar and both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe S6300 was brought out about the same time to the DV300F which means that they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a full comparison, here is a brief summation of how the S6300 matches up versus the DV300F when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S6300 & Samsung DV300F. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon S6300 Gallery & Samsung DV300F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S6300 over the Samsung DV300F
| S6300 | DV300F |
|---|
Reasons to pick Samsung DV300F over the Nikon S6300
| DV300F | S6300 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
| Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S6300 and Samsung DV300F
| S6300 | DV300F | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | February 2012 | January 2012 | Similar age | |
| Manual focus | No manual focus | |||
| Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
| Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
| Touch display | Neither has Touch display |
Nikon S6300 vs Samsung DV300F Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon S6300 has outside measurements of 94mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) while 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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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the S6300 and the DV300F.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the S6300 and DV300F is 94 and 96 respectively.
Nikon S6300 vs Samsung DV300F Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is hard to visualise the gap between sensor sizes only by going over specifications. The pic underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the S6300 and DV300F.
Plainly, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels therefore you can expect similar quality of images however you need to take the launch date of the products into consideration.
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Nikon S6300 vs Samsung DV300F Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix S6300 | Samsung DV300F | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Nikon | Samsung |
| Model type | Nikon Coolpix S6300 | Samsung DV300F |
| Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Launched | 2012-02-01 | 2012-01-02 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Lowest native ISO | 125 | 80 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 25-250mm (10.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/3.2-5.8 | f/2.5-6.3 |
| Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 2.7" | 3" |
| Screen resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Screen tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 16s |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/2000s |
| Continuous shooting rate | 6.0 frames/s | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | - | 4.10 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Microphone support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | Optional |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 160 gr (0.35 lb) | 133 gr (0.29 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 94 x 58 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") | 95 x 57 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 230 pictures | - |
| Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | EN-EL12 | BP88 |
| Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, Internal |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Cost at launch | $200 | $200 |