Panasonic FH27 vs Samsung DV300F
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Panasonic FH27 vs Samsung DV300F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-224mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 152g - 99 x 57 x 28mm
- Announced January 2011
(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
- Revealed January 2012

Panasonic FH27 vs Samsung DV300F Overview
Lets take a closer look at the Panasonic FH27 vs Samsung DV300F, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the FH27 (16MP) and the DV300F (16MP) is relatively well matched and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The FH27 was announced 12 months prior to the DV300F which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a short introduction of how the FH27 grades vs the DV300F with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Panasonic FH27 vs Samsung DV300F Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27 and Samsung DV300F. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH27 Gallery and Samsung DV300F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH27 over the Samsung DV300F
FH27 | DV300F | |||
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Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung DV300F over the Panasonic FH27
DV300F | FH27 | |||
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Revealed | January 2012 | ![]() | January 2011 | More modern by 12 months |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic FH27 and Samsung DV300F
FH27 | DV300F | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen |
Panasonic FH27 vs Samsung DV300F Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH27 has outside dimensions of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") and a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Samsung DV300F has proportions of 95mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).
Take a look at the Panasonic FH27 vs Samsung DV300F in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the FH27 against the DV300F.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FH27 and DV300F is 94 and 96 respectively.

Panasonic FH27 vs Samsung DV300F Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes simply by checking specifications. The picture here will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the FH27 and DV300F.
To sum up, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of photographs but you need to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged FH27 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

Panasonic FH27 vs Samsung DV300F Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison

Street Comparison

Sports Comparison

Travel Comparison

Landscape Comparison

Vlogging Comparison

Panasonic FH27 vs Samsung DV300F Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27 | Samsung DV300F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27 | Samsung DV300F |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2011-01-05 | 2012-01-02 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine VI | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/2.5-6.3 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | TFT Touch Screen LCD | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 16 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 4.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.80 m | 4.10 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 152g (0.34 lbs) | 133g (0.29 lbs) |
Dimensions | 99 x 57 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 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 | 250 photographs | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | - | BP88 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $229 | $200 |