Samsung DV300F vs Sony HX9V

The following is a detailed comparison of the Samsung DV300F vs Sony HX9V, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the DV300F (16MP) and the HX9V (16MP) is very well matched and they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The DV300F was manufactured 6 months after the HX9V which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a more detailed comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the DV300F grades against the HX9V when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung DV300F and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung DV300F Gallery and Sony HX9V Gallery.

In case you're intending to travel with your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and size. The Samsung DV300F enjoys 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) whilst the Sony HX9V has specifications of 105mm x 59mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at the time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the DV300F and the HX9V.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the DV300F and HX9V is 96 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, its tough to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions only by reading through technical specs. The picture here may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the DV300F and HX9V.

As you can tell, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of files however you might want to factor the production date of the products into consideration.