Samsung DV300F vs Sony W560

On this page, we are matching up the Samsung DV300F vs Sony W560, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact by brands Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the DV300F (16MP) and the W560 (14MP) is fairly similar and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The DV300F was introduced 13 months after the W560 making them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Samsung DV300F being a Compact camera and the Sony W560 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple summary of how the DV300F grades against the W560 with 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-W560. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung DV300F Gallery and Sony W560 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Samsung DV300F provides outside dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Sony W560 has measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).

Check out the Samsung DV300F vs Sony W560 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose during that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the DV300F compared to the W560.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the DV300F and W560 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizes only by going over technical specs. The image below should offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the DV300F and W560.

As you can tell, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Samsung DV300F to deliver greater detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The newer DV300F is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.