Samsung DV300F vs Samsung NX3000
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Samsung DV300F vs Samsung NX3000 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.5-6.3) lens
- 133g - 95 x 57 x 18mm
- Launched January 2012
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 230g - 117 x 66 x 39mm
- Released May 2014
- Replaced the Samsung NX2000
Samsung DV300F vs Samsung NX3000 Overview
In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Samsung DV300F vs Samsung NX3000, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are produced by Samsung. The sensor resolution of the DV300F (16MP) and the NX3000 (20MP) is pretty well matched but the DV300F (1/2.3") and NX3000 (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor measurements.
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe DV300F was manufactured 3 years earlier than the NX3000 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung DV300F being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX3000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving through a complete comparison, below is a short overview of how the DV300F scores versus the NX3000 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Samsung DV300F vs Samsung NX3000 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung DV300F & Samsung NX3000. The entire galleries are available at Samsung DV300F Gallery & Samsung NX3000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung DV300F over the Samsung NX3000
DV300F | NX3000 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung NX3000 over the Samsung DV300F
NX3000 | DV300F | |||
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Released | May 2014 | January 2012 | More modern by 29 months | |
Manual focus | More accurate focusing | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen resolution | 461k | 460k | Crisper screen (+1k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung DV300F and Samsung NX3000
DV300F | NX3000 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen measurements | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | No Touch screen |
Samsung DV300F vs Samsung NX3000 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Samsung DV300F offers outer 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 NX3000 has measurements of 117mm x 66mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).
Take a look at the Samsung DV300F vs Samsung NX3000 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the DV300F versus the NX3000.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the DV300F and NX3000 is 96 and 89 respectively.
Samsung DV300F vs Samsung NX3000 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is hard to see the difference between sensor sizes simply by checking specifications. The image here might give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the DV300F and NX3000.
To sum up, both of those cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The DV300F featuring a tinier sensor will make achieving shallower DOF trickier and the Samsung NX3000 will resolve extra detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged DV300F is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.
Samsung DV300F vs Samsung NX3000 Screen and ViewFinder
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Samsung DV300F vs Samsung NX3000 Specifications
Samsung DV300F | Samsung NX3000 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Samsung | Samsung |
Model | Samsung DV300F | Samsung NX3000 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2012-01-02 | 2014-05-26 |
Body design | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 20MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5472 x 3648 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 35 |
Cross focus points | - | 1 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Samsung NX |
Lens focal range | 25-125mm (5.0x) | - |
Maximum aperture | f/2.5-6.3 | - |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
Amount of lenses | - | 32 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 460k dot | 461k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 16s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.10 m | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 133g (0.29 pounds) | 230g (0.51 pounds) |
Dimensions | 95 x 57 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 117 x 66 x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | - | 370 pictures |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BP88 | B740 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) | Yes (2-30 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, Internal | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $200 | $897 |