Samsung DV300F vs Sony HX5

Its time to look more in depth at the Samsung DV300F vs Sony HX5, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Samsung and Sony. There exists a crucial gap among the resolutions of the DV300F (16MP) and HX5 (10MP) and the DV300F (1/2.3") and HX5 (1/2.4") have different sensor dimensions.

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The DV300F was manufactured 19 months later than the HX5 making them a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summation of how the DV300F scores versus the HX5 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung DV300F and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX5. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung DV300F Gallery and Sony HX5 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and proportions. 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) whilst the Sony HX5 has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

Check the Samsung DV300F vs Sony HX5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the DV300F against the HX5.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the DV300F and HX5 is 96 and 92 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizing only by looking through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the DV300F and HX5.

As you can see, both of the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The DV300F because of its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Samsung DV300F will render greater detail due to its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more recent DV300F should have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.