Olympus XZ-10 vs Samsung DV300F
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Olympus XZ-10 vs Samsung DV300F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-130mm (F1.8-2.7) lens
- 221g - 102 x 61 x 34mm
- Released January 2013
(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
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Below is a comprehensive analysis of the Olympus XZ-10 and Samsung DV300F, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Olympus and Samsung. There is a noticeable difference among the image resolutions of the XZ-10 (12MP) and DV300F (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe XZ-10 was announced 14 months later than the DV300F which makes them a generation apart from each other. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the XZ-10 scores against the DV300F in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus XZ-10 & Samsung DV300F. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus XZ-10 Gallery & Samsung DV300F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus XZ-10 over the Samsung DV300F
| XZ-10 | DV300F | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | January 2013 |  | January 2012 | More recent by 14 months |
| Focus manually |  | More exact focus | ||
| Screen resolution | 920k |  | 460k | Sharper screen (+460k dot) |
| Touch screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung DV300F over the Olympus XZ-10
| DV300F | XZ-10 |
|---|
Common features in the Olympus XZ-10 and Samsung DV300F
| XZ-10 | DV300F | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen size | 3" |  | 3" | Same screen dimensions |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Olympus XZ-10 vs Samsung DV300F Physical Comparison
If you are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus XZ-10 comes with external dimensions of 102mm x 61mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Samsung DV300F has proportions of 95mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).
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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using at that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the XZ-10 compared to the DV300F.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the XZ-10 and DV300F is 91 and 96 respectively.
Olympus XZ-10 vs Samsung DV300F Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very tough to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements purely by seeing technical specs. The graphic below will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the XZ-10 and DV300F.
As you can tell, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can expect the Samsung DV300F to show extra detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots way more aggressively. The younger XZ-10 provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.
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Olympus XZ-10 vs Samsung DV300F Specifications
| Olympus Stylus XZ-10 | Samsung DV300F | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Olympus | Samsung |
| Model | Olympus Stylus XZ-10 | Samsung DV300F |
| Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Released | 2013-01-30 | 2012-01-02 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| AF touch | ||
| 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 | ||
| Number of focus points | 35 | - |
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
| Highest aperture | f/1.8-2.7 | f/2.5-6.3 |
| Macro focus distance | 1cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Screen resolution | 920 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Screen technology | - | TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 16 secs |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
| Continuous shutter rate | 5.0fps | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | - | 4.10 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Wireless | 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 | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps, 18Mbps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps, 9Mbps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| 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 sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 221g (0.49 pounds) | 133g (0.29 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 102 x 61 x 34mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 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 | 240 photographs | - |
| Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery model | Li-50B | BP88 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, Internal |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Pricing at release | $428 | $200 |