Olympus 550WP vs Samsung DV300F
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Olympus 550WP vs Samsung DV300F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 38-114mm (F3.5-5.0) lens
- 167g - 94 x 62 x 22mm
- Revealed January 2009
- Other Name is mju 550WP
(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
- Released January 2012

Olympus 550WP vs Samsung DV300F Overview
Here, we are reviewing the Olympus 550WP vs Samsung DV300F, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Olympus and Samsung. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the 550WP (10MP) and DV300F (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The 550WP was launched 4 years before the DV300F which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a complete comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the 550WP matches up versus the DV300F in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Olympus 550WP vs Samsung DV300F Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus 550WP and Samsung DV300F. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus 550WP Gallery and Samsung DV300F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus 550WP over the Samsung DV300F
550WP | DV300F |
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Reasons to pick Samsung DV300F over the Olympus 550WP
DV300F | 550WP | |||
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Released | January 2012 | ![]() | January 2009 | More modern by 36 months |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus 550WP and Samsung DV300F
550WP | DV300F | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Absent Touch display |
Olympus 550WP vs Samsung DV300F Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus 550WP features physical dimensions of 94mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Samsung DV300F has measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).
Examine the Olympus 550WP vs Samsung DV300F in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use during that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the 550WP compared to the DV300F.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 550WP and DV300F is 94 and 96 respectively.

Olympus 550WP vs Samsung DV300F Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very hard to picture the difference between sensor sizes purely by reading technical specs. The pic here will offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 550WP and DV300F.
As you have seen, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should expect to see the Samsung DV300F to deliver extra detail utilizing its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more aged 550WP is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

Olympus 550WP vs Samsung DV300F Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus 550WP vs Samsung DV300F Specifications
Olympus Stylus 550WP | Samsung DV300F | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Olympus | Samsung |
Model type | Olympus Stylus 550WP | Samsung DV300F |
Also called | mju 550WP | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2009-01-07 | 2012-01-02 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 38-114mm (3.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.0 | f/2.5-6.3 |
Macro focusing range | 7cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.5 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 16 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.10 m |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 167g (0.37 pounds) | 133g (0.29 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 94 x 62 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 95 x 57 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 ID | - | BP88 |
Self timer | Yes (12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | xD-Picture Card, microSD, internal | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $399 | $200 |