Panasonic FX700 vs Samsung DV300F
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Panasonic FX700 vs Samsung DV300F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.2-5.9) lens
- 176g - 104 x 56 x 25mm
- Launched July 2010
(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
- Revealed January 2012

Panasonic FX700 vs Samsung DV300F Overview
Here is a comprehensive review of the Panasonic FX700 and Samsung DV300F, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the FX700 (14MP) and the DV300F (16MP) is very well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The FX700 was brought out 17 months prior to the DV300F making them a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a concise summation of how the FX700 matches up vs the DV300F in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Panasonic FX700 vs Samsung DV300F Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700 and Samsung DV300F. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FX700 Gallery and Samsung DV300F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX700 over the Samsung DV300F
FX700 | DV300F | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung DV300F over the Panasonic FX700
DV300F | FX700 | |||
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Revealed | January 2012 | ![]() | July 2010 | Fresher by 17 months |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic FX700 and Samsung DV300F
FX700 | DV300F | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen |
Panasonic FX700 vs Samsung DV300F Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry your camera, you will need to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic FX700 offers external dimensions of 104mm x 56mm x 25mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs) and 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).
Take a look at the Panasonic FX700 and Samsung DV300F in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the FX700 versus the DV300F.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FX700 and DV300F is 94 and 96 respectively.

Panasonic FX700 vs Samsung DV300F Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizing purely by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic here may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the FX700 and DV300F.
Clearly, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You should expect to see the Samsung DV300F to give greater detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos way more aggressively. The older FX700 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.

Panasonic FX700 vs Samsung DV300F Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic FX700 vs Samsung DV300F Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700 | Samsung DV300F | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700 | Samsung DV300F |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2010-07-21 | 2012-01-02 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Venus Engine FHD | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | 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 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.2-5.9 | f/2.5-6.3 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 secs | 16 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 7.40 m | 4.10 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | AVCHD | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 176 grams (0.39 pounds) | 133 grams (0.29 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 56 x 25mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 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 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $399 | $200 |