Samsung DV300F vs Sony W510
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Samsung DV300F vs Sony W510 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
- Revealed January 2012
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-104mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 119g - 96 x 54 x 20mm
- Released January 2011
Samsung DV300F vs Sony W510 Overview
Here is a detailed overview of the Samsung DV300F and Sony W510, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Samsung and Sony. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the DV300F (16MP) and W510 (12MP) but they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe DV300F was manufactured 13 months later than the W510 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both cameras offer different body type with the Samsung DV300F being a Compact camera and the Sony W510 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before going in to a in depth comparison, below is a quick summary of how the DV300F grades against the W510 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Samsung DV300F vs Sony W510 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung DV300F and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung DV300F Gallery and Sony W510 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung DV300F over the Sony W510
DV300F | W510 | |||
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Released | January 2012 | January 2011 | Fresher by 13 months | |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W510 over the Samsung DV300F
W510 | DV300F |
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Common features in the Samsung DV300F and Sony W510
DV300F | W510 | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither contains Touch display |
Samsung DV300F vs Sony W510 Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Samsung DV300F has got outer measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Sony W510 has proportions of 96mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") with a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).
Compare the Samsung DV300F and Sony W510 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the DV300F and the W510.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the DV300F and W510 is 96 and 96 respectively.
Samsung DV300F vs Sony W510 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing only by researching technical specs. The photograph below should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the DV300F and W510.
As you have seen, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Samsung DV300F to provide you with more detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics far more aggressively. The fresher DV300F provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.
Samsung DV300F vs Sony W510 Screen and ViewFinder
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Samsung DV300F vs Sony W510 Specifications
Samsung DV300F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung DV300F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2012-01-02 | 2011-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
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 | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-125mm (5.0x) | 26-104mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.5-6.3 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 4cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 16s | 2s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.10 m | 2.30 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 133g (0.29 lbs) | 119g (0.26 lbs) |
Dimensions | 95 x 57 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 96 x 54 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") |
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 model | BP88 | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at release | $200 | $99 |