Panasonic FP7 vs Samsung DV300F
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Panasonic FP7 vs Samsung DV300F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 147g - 101 x 59 x 18mm
- Launched January 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- 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

Panasonic FP7 vs Samsung DV300F Overview
Following is a in depth review of the Panasonic FP7 vs Samsung DV300F, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the FP7 (16MP) and the DV300F (16MP) is very close and they use the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The FP7 was brought out 12 months earlier than the DV300F which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FP7 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung DV300F being a Compact camera.
Before we go straight into a in depth comparison, below is a quick summation of how the FP7 matches up vs the DV300F with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Panasonic FP7 vs Samsung DV300F Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7 and Samsung DV300F. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FP7 Gallery and Samsung DV300F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP7 over the Samsung DV300F
FP7 | DV300F | |||
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Display dimension | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung DV300F over the Panasonic FP7
DV300F | FP7 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Released | January 2012 | ![]() | January 2011 | More modern by 12 months |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic FP7 and Samsung DV300F
FP7 | DV300F | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen |
Panasonic FP7 vs Samsung DV300F Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FP7 features exterior measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs) and the Samsung DV300F has proportions of 95mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).
Examine the Panasonic FP7 vs Samsung DV300F in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the FP7 versus the DV300F.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the FP7 and DV300F is 95 and 96 respectively.

Panasonic FP7 vs Samsung DV300F Sensor Comparison
Often, it's hard to envision the gap in sensor sizes merely by viewing specifications. The pic below will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the FP7 and DV300F.
To sum up, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of pictures however you should factor the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged FP7 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Panasonic FP7 vs Samsung DV300F Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic FP7 vs Samsung DV300F Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7 | Samsung DV300F | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7 | Samsung DV300F |
Class | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2011-01-05 | 2012-01-02 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Venus Engine IV | - |
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 surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-140mm (4.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/2.5-6.3 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3.5" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | TFT Touch Screen LCD | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 secs | 16 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 4.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.90 m | 4.10 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance 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) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic 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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 147 gr (0.32 pounds) | 133 gr (0.29 pounds) |
Dimensions | 101 x 59 x 18mm (4.0" 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 life | 240 shots | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | - | BP88 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $227 | $200 |