Samsung DV300F vs Sony A7S

The following is a extensive overview of the Samsung DV300F versus Sony A7S, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by brands Samsung and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the DV300F (16MP) and A7S (12MP) and the DV300F (1/2.3") and A7S (Full frame) have different sensor sizing.

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The DV300F was announced 3 years prior to the A7S which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Samsung DV300F being a Compact camera and the Sony A7S being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple view of how the DV300F grades against the A7S in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung DV300F and Sony Alpha A7S. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung DV300F Gallery and Sony A7S Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor its weight and size. The Samsung DV300F has exterior measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Sony A7S has specifications of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") and a weight of 489 grams (1.08 lbs).

Analyze the Samsung DV300F versus Sony A7S in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the DV300F vs the A7S.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the DV300F and A7S is 96 and 77 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions only by reviewing a spec sheet. The picture below may provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the DV300F and A7S.

As you can see, each of the cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The DV300F with its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF more challenging and the Samsung DV300F will offer you greater detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos more aggressively. The more aged DV300F is going to be behind in sensor tech.