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Samsung DV300F vs Samsung WB800F

Portability
96
Imaging
39
Features
33
Overall
36
Samsung DV300F front
 
Samsung WB800F front
Portability
92
Imaging
40
Features
51
Overall
44

Samsung DV300F vs Samsung WB800F Key Specs

Samsung DV300F
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-125mm (F2.5-6.3) lens
  • 133g - 95 x 57 x 18mm
  • Introduced January 2012
Samsung WB800F
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 23-483mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
  • 218g - 111 x 65 x 22mm
  • Released January 2013
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Samsung DV300F vs Samsung WB800F Overview

Here, we will be reviewing the Samsung DV300F versus Samsung WB800F, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both designed by Samsung. The resolution of the DV300F (16MP) and the WB800F (16MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The DV300F was launched 12 months prior to the WB800F which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a concise summation of how the DV300F matches up against the WB800F when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Samsung DV300F over the Samsung WB800F

 DV300F WB800F 

Reasons to pick Samsung WB800F over the Samsung DV300F

 WB800F DV300F 
ReleasedJanuary 2013January 2012Fresher by 12 months
Manual focus Dial exact focusing
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Samsung DV300F and Samsung WB800F

 DV300F WB800F 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen size3"3"Same screen measurement
Screen resolution460k460kThe same screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither comes with selfie screen

Samsung DV300F vs Samsung WB800F Physical Comparison

In case you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Samsung DV300F comes with external dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Samsung WB800F has proportions of 111mm x 65mm x 22mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 0.9") along with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select at the time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the DV300F and the WB800F.

Samsung DV300F vs Samsung WB800F size comparison

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the DV300F and WB800F is 96 and 92 respectively.

Samsung DV300F vs Samsung WB800F top view buttons comparison

Samsung DV300F vs Samsung WB800F Sensor Comparison

Quite often, it's difficult to visualize the gap in sensor sizing purely by going through specs. The photograph underneath will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the DV300F and WB800F.

All in all, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of files though you might want to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The older DV300F will be behind with regard to sensor tech.

Samsung DV300F vs Samsung WB800F sensor size comparison

Samsung DV300F vs Samsung WB800F Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung DV300F vs Samsung WB800F Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Samsung DV300F
Portrait photography with Samsung WB800F
34
decent MP (16 megapixels)
offers face detect focus
no manual focus
manual mode not available
can't use external flash
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
44
has manual focus
decent megapixels (16MP)
supports face detect focus
can't use external flash
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Samsung DV300F as a Street photography camera
Samsung WB800F as a Street photography camera
63
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than others (133 grams)
no articulating screen
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
62
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition in class (218g)
screen does not articulate
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Samsung DV300F Sports photography details
Samsung WB800F Sports photography details
44
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (16 megapixels)
offers tracking focus
no shutter priority
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
53
amazing zoom range (23-483mm 21.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (16 megapixels)
supports tracking focus
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Samsung DV300F
Travel photography with Samsung WB800F
69
lighter than others (133 grams)
decent MP (16MP)
has built in flash
rather wide (25mm)
missing Time Lapse recording
screen isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.5)
69
lighter than competition in class (218g)
decent megapixels (16MP)
built-in flash
really wide (23mm)
very long reach (483mm)
does not have Timelapse function
does not have selfie friendly screen
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Samsung DV300F
Landscape photography with Samsung WB800F
43
rather wide (25mm)
screen is a decent size (3")
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (16MP)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.5)
manual mode not available
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
missing Time Lapse recording
50
has manual focus
really wide (23mm)
screen size is decent (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (16MP)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
does not have Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung DV300F Vlogging details
Samsung WB800F Vlogging details
33
rather wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
offers face detect focus
lighter than others (133g)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.5)
screen isn't selfie friendly
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing mic support
35
really wide (23mm)
touchscreen enabled
built in image stabilization (Optical)
supports face detect focus
high res video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than competition in class (218g)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
does not have selfie friendly screen
does not have microphone port
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Samsung DV300F vs Samsung WB800F Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung DV300F and Samsung WB800F
 Samsung DV300FSamsung WB800F
General Information
Manufacturer Samsung Samsung
Model type Samsung DV300F Samsung WB800F
Class Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Superzoom
Introduced 2012-01-02 2013-01-07
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Highest Possible resolution 4608 x 3456 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 3200 3200
Min native ISO 80 100
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 25-125mm (5.0x) 23-483mm (21.0x)
Largest aperture f/2.5-6.3 f/2.8-5.9
Macro focusing distance 5cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3 inches 3 inches
Resolution of screen 460 thousand dot 460 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Screen tech TFT LCD TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 16 secs 16 secs
Max shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation - Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 4.10 m -
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync -
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps) 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone 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 proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 133 gr (0.29 pounds) 218 gr (0.48 pounds)
Physical dimensions 95 x 57 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") 111 x 65 x 22mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery ID BP88 -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) Yes
Time lapse feature
Type of storage MicroSD, MicroSDHC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots 1 1
Pricing at release $200 $300