Pentax E90 vs Samsung DV300F
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Pentax E90 vs Samsung DV300F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 32-95mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 145g - 102 x 59 x 25mm
- Launched January 2010
(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

Pentax E90 vs Samsung DV300F Overview
Below, we will be looking at the Pentax E90 and Samsung DV300F, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Pentax and Samsung. There exists a sizable gap among the sensor resolutions of the E90 (10MP) and DV300F (16MP) but they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The E90 was revealed 23 months prior to the DV300F which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting through a thorough comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the E90 scores vs the DV300F with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Pentax E90 vs Samsung DV300F Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax Optio E90 & Samsung DV300F. The full galleries are provided at Pentax E90 Gallery & Samsung DV300F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax E90 over the Samsung DV300F
E90 | DV300F |
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Reasons to pick Samsung DV300F over the Pentax E90
DV300F | E90 | |||
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Launched | January 2012 | ![]() | January 2010 | Fresher by 23 months |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Pentax E90 and Samsung DV300F
E90 | DV300F | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Missing Touch friendly screen |
Pentax E90 vs Samsung DV300F Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Pentax E90 has physical measurements of 102mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") with a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Samsung DV300F has dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).
Examine the Pentax E90 and Samsung DV300F in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the E90 and the DV300F.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the E90 and DV300F is 94 and 96 respectively.

Pentax E90 vs Samsung DV300F Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizing just by researching a spec sheet. The visual here should give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the E90 and DV300F.
As you can see, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Samsung DV300F to provide you with extra detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots much more aggressively. The older E90 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

Pentax E90 vs Samsung DV300F Screen and ViewFinder


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Pentax E90 vs Samsung DV300F Specifications
Pentax Optio E90 | Samsung DV300F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Pentax | Samsung |
Model | Pentax Optio E90 | Samsung DV300F |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2010-01-25 | 2012-01-02 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Prime | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 3 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 32-95mm (3.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/2.5-6.3 |
Macro focus range | 6cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 16 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 4.10 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (15 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | 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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 145 gr (0.32 lb) | 133 gr (0.29 lb) |
Dimensions | 102 x 59 x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" 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 | 2 x AA | BP88 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $100 | $200 |