Samsung DV300F vs Samsung NX1000

Let's take a deeper look at the Samsung DV300F and Samsung NX1000, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both are offered by Samsung. The image resolution of the DV300F (16MP) and the NX1000 (20MP) is fairly similar but the DV300F (1/2.3") and NX1000 (APS-C) possess different sensor dimensions.

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The DV300F was brought out 3 months before the NX1000 so they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung DV300F being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX1000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a short overview of how the DV300F grades against the NX1000 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung DV300F & Samsung NX1000. The entire galleries are available at Samsung DV300F Gallery & Samsung NX1000 Gallery.

For those who are intending to travel with your camera, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Samsung DV300F features external dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX1000 has dimensions of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the DV300F and the NX1000.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the DV300F and NX1000 is 96 and 90 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions simply by going over a spec sheet. The pic below should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the DV300F and NX1000.

Clearly, each of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The DV300F featuring a tinier sensor is going to make getting bokeh more difficult and the Samsung NX1000 will deliver more detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a little more aggressively.