Samsung DV300F vs Sony W620
Portability
96 Imaging
39 Features
33 Overall
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96 Imaging
39 Features
33 Overall
36
Portability
96 Imaging
37 Features
25 Overall
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96 Imaging
37 Features
25 Overall
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Samsung DV300F vs Sony W620 Key Specs
Samsung DV300F
(Full Review)
(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
- Revealed January 2012
Sony W620
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 116g - 98 x 56 x 20mm
- Launched January 2012
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Here is a extended analysis of the Samsung DV300F vs Sony W620, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the DV300F (16MP) and the W620 (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
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Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick overview of how the DV300F grades against the W620 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung DV300F and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung DV300F Gallery and Sony W620 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung DV300F over the Sony W620
| DV300F | W620 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
| Screen resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W620 over the Samsung DV300F
| W620 | DV300F |
|---|
Common features in the Samsung DV300F and Sony W620
| DV300F | W620 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | January 2012 |  | January 2012 | Same generation |
| Manual focus |  | Lack of manual focusing | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | No selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | No Touch screen |
Samsung DV300F vs Sony W620 Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Samsung DV300F comes with outside measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Sony W620 has proportions of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).
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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the DV300F and the W620.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the DV300F and W620 is 96 and 96 respectively.
Samsung DV300F vs Sony W620 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizing just by viewing technical specs. The visual here may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the DV300F and W620.
As you can tell, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Samsung DV300F to render more detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a bit more aggressively.
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Portrait Comparison
Samsung DV300F Portrait photography advice
Sony W620 Portrait photography advice
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
offers face detect autofocus
no manual focus
no manual control
can't use external flash
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
good megapixels (14MP)
has face detect autofocus
no manual focus
lack of manual exposure
can't use external flash
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Sony W620 Street photography features
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than average in class (133g)
no moving screen
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
lighter than others (116 grams)
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Sony W620 Sports photography features
has image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (16MP)
offers tracking focus
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
good megapixels (14 megapixels)
has tracking focus
continuous shooting slow (1.0 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
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lighter than average in class (133 grams)
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
really wide (25mm)
missing Timelapse mode
does not feature selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.5)
lighter than others (116g)
good megapixels (14MP)
flash built-in
fairly wide (28mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
does not have a selfie friendly display
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
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Samsung DV300F as a Landscape photography camera
Sony W620 as a Landscape photography camera
really wide (25mm)
nice screen size (3")
has image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (16MP)
no manual focus
can't switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.5)
no manual control
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
missing Timelapse mode
fairly wide (28mm)
good megapixels (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
cannot switch lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inch)
lack of manual exposure
lack of image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
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really wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
offers face detect autofocus
lighter than average in class (133 grams)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.5)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
low quality video (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing microphone port
fairly wide (28mm)
has face detect autofocus
lighter than others (116g)
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
does not have a selfie friendly display
lack of image stabilization
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pixels)
doesn't have mic socket
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Samsung DV300F vs Sony W620 Specifications
| Samsung DV300F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Samsung | Sony |
| Model | Samsung DV300F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620 |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Revealed | 2012-01-02 | 2012-01-10 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | - | BIONZ |
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16MP | 14MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| 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) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/2.5-6.3 | f/3.2-6.5 |
| Macro focus distance | 5cm | 5cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
| Display resolution | 460k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Display technology | TFT LCD | Clear Photo TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 16s | 2s |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
| Continuous shutter rate | - | 1.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 4.10 m | 3.00 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
| Mic 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 | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 133g (0.29 lbs) | 116g (0.26 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 95 x 57 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 98 x 56 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" 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 life | - | 220 images |
| 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 shooting | ||
| Storage type | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, microSD/micro SDHC, Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Pricing at release | $200 | $102 |