Samsung DV300F vs Samsung HZ15W
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Samsung DV300F vs Samsung HZ15W Key Specs
(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
- Revealed January 2012
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-240mm (F3.3-5.8) lens
- 249g - 105 x 61 x 37mm
- Announced February 2009
- Additionally referred to as WB550
Samsung DV300F vs Samsung HZ15W Overview
The following is a detailed review of the Samsung DV300F and Samsung HZ15W, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both are offered by Samsung. There is a substantial difference among the sensor resolutions of the DV300F (16MP) and HZ15W (12MP) but they use the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe DV300F was brought out 2 years after the HZ15W which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the DV300F matches up vs the HZ15W with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Samsung DV300F vs Samsung HZ15W Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung DV300F & Samsung HZ15W. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung DV300F Gallery & Samsung HZ15W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung DV300F over the Samsung HZ15W
DV300F | HZ15W | |||
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Announced | January 2012 | February 2009 | Newer by 35 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ15W over the Samsung DV300F
HZ15W | DV300F | |||
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Manually focus | Very accurate focusing |
Common features in the Samsung DV300F and Samsung HZ15W
DV300F | HZ15W | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical screen measurements | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 460k | Same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither offers Touch screen |
Samsung DV300F vs Samsung HZ15W Physical Comparison
In case you're going to travel with your camera often, you should consider its weight and size. The Samsung DV300F offers physical measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Samsung HZ15W has specifications of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).
See the Samsung DV300F and Samsung HZ15W in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the DV300F versus the HZ15W.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the DV300F and HZ15W is 96 and 90 respectively.
Samsung DV300F vs Samsung HZ15W Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is difficult to picture the difference in sensor dimensions only by viewing specifications. The pic underneath will give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the DV300F and HZ15W.
To sum up, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You can expect the Samsung DV300F to provide you with greater detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs much more aggressively. The more recent DV300F provides a benefit in sensor tech.
Samsung DV300F vs Samsung HZ15W Screen and ViewFinder
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Samsung DV300F vs Samsung HZ15W Specifications
Samsung DV300F | Samsung HZ15W | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Samsung |
Model type | Samsung DV300F | Samsung HZ15W |
Also called | - | WB550 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2012-01-02 | 2009-02-23 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-125mm (5.0x) | 24-240mm (10.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.5-6.3 | f/3.3-5.8 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 16 seconds | 16 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.10 m | 4.70 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 133g (0.29 pounds) | 249g (0.55 pounds) |
Dimensions | 95 x 57 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 105 x 61 x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | BP88 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, Internal | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $200 | $330 |