Samsung DV150F vs Sony H300
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Samsung DV150F vs Sony H300 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.5-6.3) lens
- 116g - 96 x 55 x 18mm
- Released January 2013
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-875mm (F3-5.9) lens
- 590g - 130 x 95 x 122mm
- Launched February 2014

Samsung DV150F vs Sony H300 Overview
Here, we will be reviewing the Samsung DV150F vs Sony H300, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the DV150F (16MP) and the H300 (20MP) is pretty similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The DV150F was unveiled 13 months earlier than the H300 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung DV150F being a Compact camera and the Sony H300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise summary of how the DV150F grades vs the H300 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Samsung DV150F vs Sony H300 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung DV150F and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H300. The full galleries are available at Samsung DV150F Gallery and Sony H300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung DV150F over the Sony H300
DV150F | H300 | |||
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Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony H300 over the Samsung DV150F
H300 | DV150F | |||
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Launched | February 2014 | ![]() | January 2013 | Newer by 13 months |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Samsung DV150F and Sony H300
DV150F | H300 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 460k | Exact same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen |
Samsung DV150F vs Sony H300 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to travel with your camera, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Samsung DV150F enjoys exterior dimensions of 96mm x 55mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs) whilst the Sony H300 has measurements of 130mm x 95mm x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") and a weight of 590 grams (1.30 lbs).
Check the Samsung DV150F vs Sony H300 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the DV150F compared to the H300.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the DV150F and H300 is 96 and 63 respectively.

Samsung DV150F vs Sony H300 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be tough to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by reviewing technical specs. The image here should offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the DV150F and H300.
As you can tell, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Sony H300 to offer greater detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged DV150F is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Samsung DV150F vs Sony H300 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung DV150F vs Sony H300 Specifications
Samsung DV150F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H300 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung DV150F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H300 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2013-01-07 | 2014-02-13 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Bionz(R) |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5152 x 3864 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-125mm (5.0x) | 25-875mm (35.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.5-6.3 | f/3-5.9 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | Rear TFT LCD + 1.5 inch front LCd | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 201 thousand dot |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 8.80 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, Flash On, Slow Synchro, Flash Off, Advanced Flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) | 1280 x 720 (30p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 116 grams (0.26 lbs) | 590 grams (1.30 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 55 x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 130 x 95 x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") |
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 life | - | 350 shots |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (Off, 10 sec, 2 sec, portrait1, portrait2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick PRO Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $150 | $249 |