Samsung DV300F vs Sony H55
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Samsung DV300F vs Sony H55 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
- Announced January 2012
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 200g - 103 x 58 x 29mm
- Announced June 2010

Samsung DV300F vs Sony H55 Overview
In this article, we are comparing the Samsung DV300F versus Sony H55, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the DV300F (16MP) and the H55 (14MP) is very comparable and they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The DV300F was released 19 months after the H55 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the DV300F matches up against the H55 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Samsung DV300F vs Sony H55 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung DV300F & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H55. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung DV300F Gallery & Sony H55 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung DV300F over the Sony H55
DV300F | H55 | |||
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Announced | January 2012 | ![]() | June 2010 | Newer by 19 months |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony H55 over the Samsung DV300F
H55 | DV300F |
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Common features in the Samsung DV300F and Sony H55
DV300F | H55 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither provides Touch display |
Samsung DV300F vs Sony H55 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to travel with your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and measurements. The Samsung DV300F provides external measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Sony H55 has proportions of 103mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).
Take a look at the Samsung DV300F versus Sony H55 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the DV300F versus the H55.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the DV300F and H55 is 96 and 92 respectively.

Samsung DV300F vs Sony H55 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very hard to envision the gap in sensor dimensions purely by seeing specifications. The image here might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the DV300F and H55.
To sum up, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Samsung DV300F to produce greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos far more aggressively. The younger DV300F will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.

Samsung DV300F vs Sony H55 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison

Street Comparison

Sports Comparison

Travel Comparison

Landscape Comparison

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Samsung DV300F vs Sony H55 Specifications
Samsung DV300F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H55 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung DV300F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H55 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2012-01-02 | 2010-06-16 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-125mm (5.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.5-6.3 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 16 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.10 m | 3.80 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Slow Syncro, Off |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 133 grams (0.29 pounds) | 200 grams (0.44 pounds) |
Dimensions | 95 x 57 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 103 x 58 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 model | BP88 | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, portrait1/ portrait2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo/ PRO HG-Duo, SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $200 | $235 |