Samsung DV300F vs Samsung NX20

Here, we are reviewing the Samsung DV300F vs Samsung NX20, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless and they are both sold by Samsung. The resolution of the DV300F (16MP) and the NX20 (20MP) is fairly comparable but the DV300F (1/2.3") and NX20 (APS-C) posses totally different sensor sizing.

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The DV300F was introduced 3 months earlier than the NX20 and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras feature different body design with the Samsung DV300F being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX20 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving into a detailed comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the DV300F matches up versus the NX20 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung DV300F and Samsung NX20. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung DV300F Gallery and Samsung NX20 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and size. The Samsung DV300F offers exterior measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Samsung NX20 has specifications of 122mm x 90mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 1.6") and a weight of 341 grams (0.75 lbs).

Examine the Samsung DV300F vs Samsung NX20 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is a front view size comparison of the DV300F vs the NX20.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the DV300F and NX20 is 96 and 83 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to see the contrast in sensor sizing simply by seeing a spec sheet. The graphic here will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the DV300F and NX20.

Clearly, the two cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The DV300F having a smaller sensor will make getting shallow DOF more challenging and the Samsung NX20 will provide extra detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images a good deal more aggressively.