Panasonic SZ3 vs Samsung DV300F

Below is a in depth assessment of the Panasonic SZ3 vs Samsung DV300F, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the SZ3 (16MP) and the DV300F (16MP) is relatively comparable and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SZ3 was manufactured 13 months later than the DV300F which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a in depth comparison, below is a quick summary of how the SZ3 grades vs the DV300F with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3 and Samsung DV300F. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic SZ3 Gallery and Samsung DV300F Gallery.

If you are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic SZ3 comes with outside measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Samsung DV300F has sizing of 95mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic SZ3 vs 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 select at that moment. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the SZ3 against the DV300F.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SZ3 and DV300F is 96 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to envision the gap in sensor measurements only by checking out a spec sheet. The graphic here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ3 and DV300F.

As you can see, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution so you should expect comparable quality of photos however you need to take the release date of the cameras into account. The fresher SZ3 will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.