Olympus VG-160 vs Samsung DV300F
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Olympus VG-160 vs Samsung DV300F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F2.8-6.5) lens
- 125g - 96 x 57 x 19mm
- Launched January 2012
(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
- Announced January 2012

Olympus VG-160 vs Samsung DV300F Overview
Here is a in-depth analysis of the Olympus VG-160 and Samsung DV300F, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Olympus and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the VG-160 (14MP) and the DV300F (16MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The VG-160 was announced at a similar time to the DV300F which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple view of how the VG-160 grades vs the DV300F with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Olympus VG-160 vs Samsung DV300F Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus VG-160 and Samsung DV300F. The whole galleries are available at Olympus VG-160 Gallery and Samsung DV300F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus VG-160 over the Samsung DV300F
VG-160 | DV300F |
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Reasons to pick Samsung DV300F over the Olympus VG-160
DV300F | VG-160 | |||
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Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus VG-160 and Samsung DV300F
VG-160 | DV300F | |||
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Announced | January 2012 | ![]() | January 2012 | Same generation |
Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch screen |
Olympus VG-160 vs Samsung DV300F Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus VG-160 offers outside dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Samsung DV300F has proportions of 95mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).
Check out the Olympus VG-160 and Samsung DV300F in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the VG-160 against the DV300F.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the VG-160 and DV300F is 96 and 96 respectively.

Olympus VG-160 vs Samsung DV300F Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizing only by checking out technical specs. The graphic here will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the VG-160 and DV300F.
As you can tell, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Samsung DV300F to produce extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively.

Olympus VG-160 vs Samsung DV300F Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus VG-160 vs Samsung DV300F Specifications
Olympus VG-160 | Samsung DV300F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Samsung |
Model | Olympus VG-160 | Samsung DV300F |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2012-01-10 | 2012-01-02 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-6.5 | f/2.5-6.3 |
Macro focus range | 7cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | TFT Color LCD | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 16s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.80 m | 4.10 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30,15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 180 (30,15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 125 gr (0.28 pounds) | 133 gr (0.29 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 57 x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 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 | 165 photographs | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | LI-70B | BP88 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $90 | $200 |