Panasonic FH10 vs Samsung DV300F

On this page, we will be looking at the Panasonic FH10 versus Samsung DV300F, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the FH10 (16MP) and the DV300F (16MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FH10 was manufactured 13 months later than the DV300F which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick summary of how the FH10 grades versus the DV300F with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH10 & Samsung DV300F. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FH10 Gallery & Samsung DV300F Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FH10 has physical dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs) while the Samsung DV300F has dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FH10 versus Samsung DV300F in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use at the time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the FH10 against the DV300F.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the FH10 and DV300F is 97 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, its hard to envision the gap between sensor measurements purely by looking at specs. The visual below may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the FH10 and DV300F.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels and you can expect similar quality of pictures however you need to consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The younger FH10 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.