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Samsung DV300F vs Sigma fp L

Portability
96
Imaging
39
Features
33
Overall
36
Samsung DV300F front
 
Sigma fp L front
Portability
83
Imaging
83
Features
80
Overall
81

Samsung DV300F vs Sigma fp L 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
  • Launched January 2012
Sigma fp L
(Full Review)
  • 61MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.2" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 25600 (Raise to 102400)
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Leica L Mount
  • 427g - 113 x 70 x 45mm
  • Introduced March 2021
  • Replaced the Sigma fp
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Samsung DV300F vs Sigma fp L Overview

On this page, we will be matching up the Samsung DV300F and Sigma fp L, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Samsung and Sigma. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the DV300F (16MP) and fp L (61MP) and the DV300F (1/2.3") and fp L (Full frame) provide totally different sensor measurements.

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The DV300F was revealed 10 years before the fp L which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Samsung DV300F being a Compact camera and the Sigma fp L being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go right into a thorough comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the DV300F matches up against the fp L with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Samsung DV300F over the Sigma fp L

 DV300F fp L 

Reasons to pick Sigma fp L over the Samsung DV300F

 fp L DV300F 
IntroducedMarch 2021January 2012More modern by 112 months
Manually focus Very accurate focus
Screen dimensions3.2"3"Bigger screen (+0.2")
Screen resolution2100k460kCrisper screen (+1640k dot)
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Samsung DV300F and Sigma fp L

 DV300F fp L 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen No selfie screen

Samsung DV300F vs Sigma fp L Physical Comparison

If you are looking to carry around your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Samsung DV300F features physical measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Sigma fp L has measurements of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") with a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the DV300F vs the fp L.

Samsung DV300F vs Sigma fp L size comparison

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the DV300F and fp L is 96 and 83 respectively.

Samsung DV300F vs Sigma fp L top view buttons comparison

Samsung DV300F vs Sigma fp L Sensor Comparison

More often than not, it can be difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizes merely by viewing specs. The image below may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the DV300F and fp L.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The DV300F having a smaller sensor will make getting shallower DOF tougher and the Sigma fp L will result in extra detail because of its extra 45MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more aged DV300F will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

Samsung DV300F vs Sigma fp L sensor size comparison

Samsung DV300F vs Sigma fp L Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung DV300F vs Sigma fp L Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung DV300F as a Portrait photography camera
Sigma fp L as a Portrait photography camera
34
MP count decent (16MP)
comes with face detect focusing
no manual focus
no manual exposure
no external flash support
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
89
has manual focus
MP count great (61 megapixels)
large sensor size (Full frame)
provides face detection focus
saves RAW files
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Street Comparison

Samsung DV300F Street photography highlights
Sigma fp L Street photography highlights
63
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition in class (133 grams)
no articulating screen
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
78
large sensor size (Full frame)
saves RAW files
comes with focus by touch
environment proofing
great ISO range (25,600)
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Samsung DV300F as a Sports photography camera
Sigma fp L as a Sports photography camera
44
built in image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
comes with tracking focus
no shutter priority
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
79
high shutter speed (1/8,000s)
MP count great (61MP)
large sensor size (Full frame)
provides tracking autofocus
environment proofing
comes with phase detect auto focus
lack of image stabilization
not so great battery (240 CIPA)
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Travel Comparison

Samsung DV300F as a Travel photography camera
Sigma fp L as a Travel photography camera
69
lighter than competition in class (133g)
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
really wide (25mm)
does not have Time Lapse mode
screen isn't selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f2.5)
73
environment proofing
comes with focus by touch
MP count great (61MP)
not so great battery (240 shots)
doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

Samsung DV300F as a Landscape photography camera
Sigma fp L as a Landscape photography camera
43
really wide (25mm)
screen is a decent size (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f2.5)
no manual exposure
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
does not have Time Lapse mode
81
has manual focus
change lenses (Leica L mount)
pretty good screen size (3.2 inch)
MP count great (61MP)
large sensor size (Full frame)
great ISO range (25,600)
saves RAW files
environment proofing
lack of image stabilization
not so great battery (240 shots)
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung DV300F as a Vlogging camera
Sigma fp L as a Vlogging camera
33
really wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
comes with face detect focusing
lighter than competition in class (133 grams)
slow max aperture (f2.5)
screen isn't selfie friendly
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have mic jack
38
touch screen
provides face detection focus
video resolution high (3840 x 2160 resolution)
does have external microphone support
doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
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Samsung DV300F vs Sigma fp L Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung DV300F and Sigma fp L
 Samsung DV300FSigma fp L
General Information
Make Samsung Sigma
Model Samsung DV300F Sigma fp L
Class Small Sensor Compact Advanced Mirrorless
Launched 2012-01-02 2021-03-25
Physical type Compact Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" Full frame
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 36 x 24mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 864.0mm²
Sensor resolution 16MP 61MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 4608 x 3456 9520 x 6328
Max native ISO 3200 25600
Max boosted ISO - 102400
Minimum native ISO 80 100
RAW format
Minimum boosted ISO - 6
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Number of focus points - 49
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens Leica L
Lens focal range 25-125mm (5.0x) -
Maximal aperture f/2.5-6.3 -
Macro focus distance 5cm -
Amount of lenses - 40
Focal length multiplier 5.8 1
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3 inches 3.2 inches
Screen resolution 460k dots 2,100k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Screen tech TFT LCD -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None Electronic (optional)
Viewfinder resolution - 3,680k dots
Viewfinder coverage - 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification - 0.83x
Features
Slowest shutter speed 16 secs 30 secs
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/8000 secs
Continuous shooting rate - 10.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation - Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 4.10 m no built-in flash
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync no built-in flash
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps) 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 100p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM
Max video resolution 1280x720 3840x2160
Video format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) Yes (USB Power Delivery supported)
GPS Optional None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 133 grams (0.29 pounds) 427 grams (0.94 pounds)
Physical dimensions 95 x 57 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") 113 x 70 x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8")
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 - 240 images
Battery style - Battery Pack
Battery model BP88 BP-51
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage type MicroSD, MicroSDHC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II supported)
Card slots 1 1
Launch pricing $200 $2,499