Samsung DV300F vs Sigma DP1 Merrill
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Samsung DV300F vs Sigma DP1 Merrill Key Specs
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- 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
- Launched January 2012
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- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- " Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 640 x 480 video
- ()mm (F2.8) lens
- 330g - 122 x 67 x 64mm
- Announced February 2012
- New Model is Sigma DP2 Merrill
Samsung DV300F vs Sigma DP1 Merrill Overview
In this article, we are analyzing the Samsung DV300F vs Sigma DP1 Merrill, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Samsung and Sigma. The resolution of the DV300F (16MP) and the DP1 Merrill (15MP) is very comparable but the DV300F (1/2.3") and DP1 Merrill (APS-C) come with totally different sensor measurements.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe DV300F was unveiled at a similar time to the DP1 Merrill and they are of a similar age. The two cameras offer different body type with the Samsung DV300F being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP1 Merrill being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before delving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise summary of how the DV300F grades vs the DP1 Merrill in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Samsung DV300F vs Sigma DP1 Merrill Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung DV300F & Sigma DP1 Merrill. The full galleries are available at Samsung DV300F Gallery & Sigma DP1 Merrill Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung DV300F over the Sigma DP1 Merrill
DV300F | DP1 Merrill | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | " | Larger display (+3") |
Reasons to pick Sigma DP1 Merrill over the Samsung DV300F
DP1 Merrill | DV300F | |||
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Manually focus | Very accurate focus | |||
Display resolution | 920k | 460k | Sharper display (+460k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung DV300F and Sigma DP1 Merrill
DV300F | DP1 Merrill | |||
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Announced | January 2012 | February 2012 | Same age | |
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither offers Touch display |
Samsung DV300F vs Sigma DP1 Merrill Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and measurements. The Samsung DV300F offers physical measurements 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 Sigma DP1 Merrill has proportions of 122mm x 67mm x 64mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.5") having a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs).
Check out the Samsung DV300F vs Sigma DP1 Merrill in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using during that time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the DV300F and the DP1 Merrill.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the DV300F and DP1 Merrill is 96 and 82 respectively.
Samsung DV300F vs Sigma DP1 Merrill Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be hard to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by checking out technical specs. The image below will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the DV300F and DP1 Merrill.
As you have seen, both cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The DV300F with its smaller sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Samsung DV300F will provide greater detail having an extra 1MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a little more aggressively.
Samsung DV300F vs Sigma DP1 Merrill Screen and ViewFinder
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Samsung DV300F vs Sigma DP1 Merrill Specifications
Samsung DV300F | Sigma DP1 Merrill | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Sigma |
Model type | Samsung DV300F | Sigma DP1 Merrill |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2012-01-02 | 2012-02-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Dual TRUE II engine |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 24 x 16mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 384.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 15 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4704 x 3136 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-125mm (5.0x) | () |
Max aperture | f/2.5-6.3 | f/2.8 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | - |
Screen resolution | 460k dots | 920k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 16 seconds | - |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.10 m | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance 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) | 640 x 480 |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 133 gr (0.29 lb) | 330 gr (0.73 lb) |
Dimensions | 95 x 57 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 122 x 67 x 64mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.5") |
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) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, Internal | - |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $200 | $1,250 |