Samsung DV300F vs Samsung NX1100

Let's look a bit more closely at the Samsung DV300F and Samsung NX1100, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and they are both offered by Samsung. The image resolution of the DV300F (16MP) and the NX1100 (20MP) is pretty well matched but the DV300F (1/2.3") and NX1100 (APS-C) enjoy different sensor sizes.

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The DV300F was revealed 15 months before the NX1100 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung DV300F being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX1100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise summation of how the DV300F matches up versus the NX1100 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung DV300F and Samsung NX1100. The full galleries are available at Samsung DV300F Gallery and Samsung NX1100 Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and volume. The Samsung DV300F has physical measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX1100 has sizing of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

Examine the Samsung DV300F and Samsung NX1100 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the DV300F and the NX1100.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the DV300F and NX1100 is 96 and 90 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions just by checking technical specs. The image here will help give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the DV300F and NX1100.

As you have seen, each of these cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The DV300F with its tinier sensor is going to make shooting bokeh tougher and the Samsung NX1100 will resolve greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged DV300F is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.