Panasonic S2 vs Samsung DV300F

The following is a thorough review of the Panasonic S2 versus Samsung DV300F, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the S2 (14MP) and the DV300F (16MP) is relatively comparable and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S2 was released within a month of the DV300F which means that they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a complete comparison, below is a brief overview of how the S2 grades versus the DV300F when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2 & Samsung DV300F. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic S2 Gallery & Samsung DV300F Gallery.

In case you're looking to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic S2 comes with outside measurements of 98mm x 57mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 112 grams (0.25 lbs) while the Samsung DV300F has measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the S2 vs the DV300F.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S2 and DV300F is 96 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to see the difference in sensor dimensions just by checking out specs. The picture below should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the S2 and DV300F.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Samsung DV300F to provide extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs far more aggressively.