Samsung DV300F vs Sony W810

Following is a extended analysis of the Samsung DV300F and Sony W810, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the DV300F (16MP) and the W810 (20MP) is pretty close and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The DV300F was launched 24 months prior to the W810 which makes them a generation away from one another. The two cameras have different body design with the Samsung DV300F being a Compact camera and the Sony W810 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a concise overview of how the DV300F grades against the W810 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung DV300F & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W810. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung DV300F Gallery & Sony W810 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and size. The Samsung DV300F has external measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Sony W810 has specifications of 97mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the DV300F against the W810.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the DV300F and W810 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to see the difference in sensor sizes merely by researching specs. The picture here will offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the DV300F and W810.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Sony W810 to render extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged DV300F will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.