Samsung DV300F vs Sony A7 II
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Samsung DV300F vs Sony A7 II Key Specs
(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
- Revealed January 2012
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Bump to 51200)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 599g - 127 x 96 x 60mm
- Launched November 2014
- Old Model is Sony A7
- Updated by Sony A7 III

Samsung DV300F vs Sony A7 II Overview
Below, we will be looking at the Samsung DV300F versus Sony A7 II, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by companies Samsung and Sony. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the DV300F (16MP) and A7 II (24MP) and the DV300F (1/2.3") and A7 II (Full frame) possess different sensor sizing.

The DV300F was launched 3 years prior to the A7 II which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Samsung DV300F being a Compact camera and the Sony A7 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving through a full comparison, below is a short introduction of how the DV300F grades vs the A7 II for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Samsung DV300F vs Sony A7 II Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung DV300F and Sony Alpha A7 II. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung DV300F Gallery and Sony A7 II Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung DV300F over the Sony A7 II
DV300F | A7 II |
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Reasons to pick Sony A7 II over the Samsung DV300F
A7 II | DV300F | |||
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Launched | November 2014 | ![]() | January 2012 | More modern by 35 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen resolution | 1230k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper screen (+770k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung DV300F and Sony A7 II
DV300F | A7 II | |||
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Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither provides Touch friendly screen |
Samsung DV300F vs Sony A7 II Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry around your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Samsung DV300F provides 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) whilst the Sony A7 II has dimensions of 127mm x 96mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") along with a weight of 599 grams (1.32 lbs).
Compare the Samsung DV300F versus Sony A7 II in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the DV300F compared to the A7 II.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the DV300F and A7 II is 96 and 69 respectively.

Samsung DV300F vs Sony A7 II Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizes only by reviewing a spec sheet. The image underneath should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the DV300F and A7 II.
Clearly, both of the cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The DV300F due to its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Sony A7 II will offer you more detail utilizing its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more aged DV300F is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

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Samsung DV300F vs Sony A7 II Specifications
Samsung DV300F | Sony Alpha A7 II | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung DV300F | Sony Alpha A7 II |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Pro Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2012-01-02 | 2014-11-20 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 35.8 x 23.9mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 855.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 24MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 6000 x 4000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 25600 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 51200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Min boosted ISO | - | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 117 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Sony E |
Lens zoom range | 25-125mm (5.0x) | - |
Largest aperture | f/2.5-6.3 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 121 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dot | 1,230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.71x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 16 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.10 m | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
AE 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) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 133 gr (0.29 lbs) | 599 gr (1.32 lbs) |
Dimensions | 95 x 57 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 127 x 96 x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 90 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 24.9 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 13.6 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 2449 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 350 photographs |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BP88 | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
Time lapse feature | With downloadable app | |
Storage media | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $200 | $1,456 |