Samsung DV300F vs Sony HX50V

Here is a in-depth comparison of the Samsung DV300F versus Sony HX50V, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the DV300F (16MP) and the HX50V (20MP) is relatively comparable and they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The DV300F was brought out 15 months earlier than the HX50V which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a detailed comparison, below is a short summary of how the DV300F scores versus the HX50V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung DV300F and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V. The entire galleries are available at Samsung DV300F Gallery and Sony HX50V Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Samsung DV300F features external measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Sony HX50V has dimensions of 108mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 272 grams (0.60 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use at that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the DV300F versus the HX50V.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the DV300F and HX50V is 96 and 89 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizing only by seeing specs. The graphic below might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the DV300F and HX50V.

As you can plainly see, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Sony HX50V to show more detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The older DV300F will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.