Samsung DV300F vs Samsung NX5
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Samsung DV300F vs Samsung NX5 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
- Revealed January 2012
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 499g - 123 x 87 x 40mm
- Introduced June 2010
Samsung DV300F vs Samsung NX5 Overview
On this page, we will be reviewing the Samsung DV300F vs Samsung NX5, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and they are both offered by Samsung. The sensor resolution of the DV300F (16MP) and the NX5 (15MP) is pretty comparable but the DV300F (1/2.3") and NX5 (APS-C) posses totally different sensor dimensions.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe DV300F was announced 20 months later than the NX5 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Samsung DV300F being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go straight to a detailed comparison, here is a short highlight of how the DV300F scores versus the NX5 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Samsung DV300F vs Samsung NX5 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung DV300F and Samsung NX5. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung DV300F Gallery and Samsung NX5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung DV300F over the Samsung NX5
DV300F | NX5 | |||
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Introduced | January 2012 | June 2010 | More recent by 20 months | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX5 over the Samsung DV300F
NX5 | DV300F | |||
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Manually focus | Dial precise focus |
Common features in the Samsung DV300F and Samsung NX5
DV300F | NX5 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen sizing | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither comes with Touch screen |
Samsung DV300F vs Samsung NX5 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and size. The Samsung DV300F comes with exterior dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Samsung NX5 has specifications of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") along with a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).
See the Samsung DV300F vs Samsung NX5 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the DV300F compared to the NX5.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the DV300F and NX5 is 96 and 80 respectively.
Samsung DV300F vs Samsung NX5 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very tough to envision the contrast in sensor measurements simply by checking out specifications. The graphic here will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the DV300F and NX5.
Plainly, both the cameras have different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The DV300F with its smaller sensor will make getting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Samsung DV300F will provide extra detail with its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The newer DV300F is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.
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Samsung DV300F vs Samsung NX5 Specifications
Samsung DV300F | Samsung NX5 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Samsung |
Model | Samsung DV300F | Samsung NX5 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2012-01-02 | 2010-06-01 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | DRIM Engine |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 15 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4592 x 3056 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 15 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
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 | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 460k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD | Active Matrix OLED screen |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 16 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.10 m | 11.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | - | 1/180 seconds |
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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 133 grams (0.29 lbs) | 499 grams (1.10 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 57 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 123 x 87 x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | - | 400 photos |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BP88 | BP1130 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $200 | $499 |