Panasonic TS4 vs Samsung DV300F
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Panasonic TS4 vs Samsung DV300F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 197g - 103 x 64 x 27mm
- Introduced January 2012
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-FT4
- Superseded the Panasonic TS3
- Later Model is Panasonic TS5
(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
- Launched January 2012

Panasonic TS4 vs Samsung DV300F Overview
Its time to look a bit more in depth at the Panasonic TS4 and Samsung DV300F, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Samsung. There exists a sizable gap among the sensor resolutions of the TS4 (12MP) and DV300F (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The TS4 was launched about the same time to the DV300F and they are of a similar age. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the TS4 scores versus the DV300F in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Panasonic TS4 vs Samsung DV300F Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 & Samsung DV300F. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic TS4 Gallery & Samsung DV300F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS4 over the Samsung DV300F
TS4 | DV300F |
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Reasons to pick Samsung DV300F over the Panasonic TS4
DV300F | TS4 | |||
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Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic TS4 and Samsung DV300F
TS4 | DV300F | |||
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Launched | January 2012 | ![]() | January 2012 | Same age |
Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | No Touch screen |
Panasonic TS4 vs Samsung DV300F Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic TS4 enjoys external measurements of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs) while 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 the Panasonic TS4 and Samsung DV300F in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select at that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the TS4 compared to the DV300F.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TS4 and DV300F is 92 and 96 respectively.

Panasonic TS4 vs Samsung DV300F Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizes simply by seeing specifications. The pic below will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the TS4 and DV300F.
To sum up, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can count on the Samsung DV300F to produce extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots way more aggressively.

Panasonic TS4 vs Samsung DV300F Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic TS4 vs Samsung DV300F Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 | Samsung DV300F | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 | Samsung DV300F |
Alternative name | Lumix DMC-FT4 | - |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2012-01-31 | 2012-01-02 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Venus Engine FHD | - |
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 area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 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 resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-128mm (4.6x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/2.5-6.3 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60s | 16s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1300s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 4.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.60 m | 4.10 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 197g (0.43 lb) | 133g (0.29 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 64 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") | 95 x 57 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 310 photos | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | - | BP88 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $399 | $200 |