Samsung DV300F vs Sony TF1

Following is a extended assessment of the Samsung DV300F versus Sony TF1, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by competitors Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the DV300F (16MP) and the TF1 (16MP) is fairly well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The DV300F was announced 17 months before the TF1 making the cameras a generation away from one another. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a thorough comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the DV300F grades vs the TF1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung DV300F and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung DV300F Gallery and Sony TF1 Gallery.

If you are going to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and volume. The Samsung DV300F provides physical dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Sony TF1 has sizing of 102mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).

See the Samsung DV300F versus Sony TF1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the DV300F vs the TF1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the DV300F and TF1 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to see the difference between sensor sizes simply by looking at specs. The pic here should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the DV300F and TF1.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same MP and you should expect similar quality of photos but you should consider the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged DV300F is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.