Samsung DV300F vs Sony RX100
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Samsung DV300F vs Sony RX100 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)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-100mm (F1.8-4.9) lens
- 240g - 102 x 58 x 36mm
- Announced August 2012
- Later Model is Sony RX100 II

Samsung DV300F vs Sony RX100 Overview
Its time to look more closely at the Samsung DV300F vs Sony RX100, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the DV300F (16MP) and the RX100 (20MP) is relatively similar but the DV300F (1/2.3") and RX100 (1") have totally different sensor sizes.

The DV300F was released 7 months earlier than the RX100 and they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras feature different body design with the Samsung DV300F being a Compact camera and the Sony RX100 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before diving straight to a full comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the DV300F scores against the RX100 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Samsung DV300F vs Sony RX100 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung DV300F and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung DV300F Gallery and Sony RX100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung DV300F over the Sony RX100
DV300F | RX100 |
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Reasons to pick Sony RX100 over the Samsung DV300F
RX100 | DV300F | |||
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Announced | August 2012 | ![]() | January 2012 | More recent by 7 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Screen resolution | 1229k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper screen (+769k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung DV300F and Sony RX100
DV300F | RX100 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Missing Touch screen |
Samsung DV300F vs Sony RX100 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to lug around your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and volume. The Samsung DV300F has got outside measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Sony RX100 has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") and a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs).
Check out the Samsung DV300F vs Sony RX100 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at that moment. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the DV300F vs the RX100.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the DV300F and RX100 is 96 and 91 respectively.

Samsung DV300F vs Sony RX100 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's difficult to envision the gap between sensor measurements simply by reviewing specifications. The photograph below will provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the DV300F and RX100.
Plainly, each of these cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The DV300F featuring a tinier sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field tougher and the Sony RX100 will offer you extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The older DV300F is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Samsung DV300F vs Sony RX100 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung DV300F vs Sony RX100 Specifications
Samsung DV300F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung DV300F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2012-01-02 | 2012-08-28 |
Physical type | Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5472 x 3648 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 25 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-125mm (5.0x) | 28-100mm (3.6x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.5-6.3 | f/1.8-4.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dots | 1,229 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | WhiteMagic TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 16 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.10 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | - | 1/2000 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 133g (0.29 lb) | 240g (0.53 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 57 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 102 x 58 x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 66 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.6 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.4 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 390 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 330 shots |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BP88 | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | With downloadable app | |
Storage type | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $200 | $448 |