Olympus SP-610UZ vs Samsung DV300F
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Olympus SP-610UZ vs Samsung DV300F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-616mm (F3.3-5.7) lens
- 405g - 107 x 73 x 73mm
- Released January 2011
- Superseded the Olympus SP-600 UZ
- Updated by Olympus SP-620 UZ
(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
- Introduced January 2012

Olympus SP-610UZ vs Samsung DV300F Overview
On this page, we will be looking at the Olympus SP-610UZ versus Samsung DV300F, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the SP-610UZ (14MP) and the DV300F (16MP) is pretty close and both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The SP-610UZ was announced 12 months before the DV300F and they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick view of how the SP-610UZ scores vs the DV300F with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Olympus SP-610UZ vs Samsung DV300F Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SP-610UZ & Samsung DV300F. The whole galleries are available at Olympus SP-610UZ Gallery & Samsung DV300F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-610UZ over the Samsung DV300F
SP-610UZ | DV300F |
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Reasons to pick Samsung DV300F over the Olympus SP-610UZ
DV300F | SP-610UZ | |||
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Introduced | January 2012 | ![]() | January 2011 | More modern by 12 months |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus SP-610UZ and Samsung DV300F
SP-610UZ | DV300F | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither contains Touch friendly screen |
Olympus SP-610UZ vs Samsung DV300F Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry around your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SP-610UZ has got outside measurements of 107mm x 73mm x 73mm (4.2" x 2.9" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) and the Samsung DV300F has dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).
Contrast the Olympus SP-610UZ versus Samsung DV300F in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the SP-610UZ and the DV300F.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SP-610UZ and DV300F is 79 and 96 respectively.

Olympus SP-610UZ vs Samsung DV300F Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's hard to picture the gap in sensor sizes just by researching a spec sheet. The pic underneath may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SP-610UZ and DV300F.
Clearly, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You can expect the Samsung DV300F to render greater detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged SP-610UZ will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.

Olympus SP-610UZ vs Samsung DV300F Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus SP-610UZ vs Samsung DV300F Specifications
Olympus SP-610UZ | Samsung DV300F | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Samsung |
Model | Olympus SP-610UZ | Samsung DV300F |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2011-01-06 | 2012-01-02 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | TruePic III | - |
Sensor type | CCD | 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 | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-616mm (22.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.3-5.7 | f/2.5-6.3 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | TFT Color LCD | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 16 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 6.30 m | 4.10 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 405 grams (0.89 pounds) | 133 grams (0.29 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 107 x 73 x 73mm (4.2" x 2.9" x 2.9") | 95 x 57 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 340 pictures | - |
Style of battery | AA | - |
Battery model | 4 x AA | BP88 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $299 | $200 |