Samsung DV300F vs Sony W510

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").

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The 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.

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.

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.

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.