Samsung DV300F vs Sony QX1

Here is a in-depth analysis of the Samsung DV300F versus Sony QX1, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Lens-style by brands Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the DV300F (16MP) and the QX1 (20MP) is fairly similar but the DV300F (1/2.3") and QX1 (APS-C) come with totally different sensor measurements.

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The DV300F was introduced 3 years earlier than the QX1 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung DV300F being a Compact camera and the Sony QX1 being a Lens-style camera.

Before diving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief summation of how the DV300F matches up against the QX1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung DV300F and Sony Alpha QX1. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung DV300F Gallery and Sony QX1 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera often, you're going to have to take into account its weight and size. The Samsung DV300F enjoys external dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Sony QX1 has specifications of 74mm x 70mm x 53mm (2.9" x 2.8" x 2.1") accompanied by a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the DV300F and the QX1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the DV300F and QX1 is 96 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to envision the gap between sensor sizing merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The visual below might give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the DV300F and QX1.

As you can see, the two cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The DV300F with its tinier sensor will make shooting bokeh trickier and the Sony QX1 will offer you more detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a little more aggressively. The older DV300F is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.