Samsung DV300F vs Sony TX20
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Samsung DV300F vs Sony TX20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.5-6.3) lens
- 133g - 95 x 57 x 18mm
- Introduced January 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
- 133g - 96 x 56 x 18mm
- Launched February 2012
Samsung DV300F vs Sony TX20 Overview
Let's take a deeper look at the Samsung DV300F vs Sony TX20, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the DV300F (16MP) and the TX20 (16MP) is pretty close and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe DV300F was brought out within a month of the TX20 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung DV300F being a Compact camera and the Sony TX20 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before diving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick view of how the DV300F matches up vs the TX20 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Samsung DV300F vs Sony TX20 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung DV300F and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20. The entire galleries are available at Samsung DV300F Gallery and Sony TX20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung DV300F over the Sony TX20
DV300F | TX20 |
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Reasons to pick Sony TX20 over the Samsung DV300F
TX20 | DV300F | |||
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Manual focus | More exact focusing | |||
Screen resolution | 922k | 460k | Clearer screen (+462k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Samsung DV300F and Sony TX20
DV300F | TX20 | |||
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Launched | January 2012 | February 2012 | Same generation | |
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen measurements | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen |
Samsung DV300F vs Sony TX20 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to travel with your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Samsung DV300F enjoys external measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Sony TX20 has measurements of 96mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).
Take a look at the Samsung DV300F vs Sony TX20 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the DV300F against the TX20.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the DV300F and TX20 is 96 and 96 respectively.
Samsung DV300F vs Sony TX20 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's tough to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by looking through technical specs. The image here will provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the DV300F and TX20.
As you can tell, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of images however you would want to take the production date of the cameras into account.
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Samsung DV300F vs Sony TX20 Specifications
Samsung DV300F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung DV300F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2012-01-02 | 2012-02-28 |
Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-125mm (5.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.5-6.3 | f/3.5-4.6 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 460k dots | 922k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD | XtraFine TruBlack TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 16 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.10 m | 3.70 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 133 grams (0.29 lbs) | 133 grams (0.29 lbs) |
Dimensions | 95 x 57 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 96 x 56 x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 250 photographs |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BP88 | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $200 | $330 |