Panasonic FP3 vs Samsung DV300F
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Panasonic FP3 vs Samsung DV300F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 155g - 99 x 59 x 19mm
- Released January 2010
(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 FP3 vs Samsung DV300F Overview
Here is a comprehensive review of the Panasonic FP3 versus Samsung DV300F, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the FP3 (14MP) and the DV300F (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The FP3 was unveiled 24 months earlier than the DV300F which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FP3 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung DV300F being a Compact camera.
Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the FP3 scores against the DV300F when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Panasonic FP3 vs Samsung DV300F Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 and Samsung DV300F. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP3 Gallery and Samsung DV300F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP3 over the Samsung DV300F
FP3 | DV300F | |||
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Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung DV300F over the Panasonic FP3
DV300F | FP3 | |||
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Revealed | January 2012 | ![]() | January 2010 | Fresher by 24 months |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic FP3 and Samsung DV300F
FP3 | DV300F | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen |
Panasonic FP3 vs Samsung DV300F Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic FP3 has got external dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Samsung DV300F has sizing of 95mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).
Check the Panasonic FP3 versus Samsung DV300F in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with at the time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the FP3 versus the DV300F.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the FP3 and DV300F is 95 and 96 respectively.

Panasonic FP3 vs Samsung DV300F Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizing only by viewing specifications. The visual underneath may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the FP3 and DV300F.
To sum up, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Samsung DV300F to result in greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older FP3 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

Panasonic FP3 vs Samsung DV300F Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic FP3 vs Samsung DV300F Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 | Samsung DV300F | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 | Samsung DV300F |
Type | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2010-01-06 | 2012-01-02 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine IV | - |
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 | 14 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-140mm (4.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/2.5-6.3 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 seconds | 16 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 5.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.90 m | 4.10 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | 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 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | 155g (0.34 pounds) | 133g (0.29 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 59 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" 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 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 | One | One |
Launch pricing | $182 | $200 |