Samsung DV300F vs Sony WX1
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Samsung DV300F vs Sony WX1 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
- Released January 2012
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.4" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 160 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.4-5.9) lens
- 149g - 91 x 52 x 20mm
- Revealed August 2009
Samsung DV300F vs Sony WX1 Overview
Below, we are contrasting the Samsung DV300F versus Sony WX1, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Ultracompact by brands Samsung and Sony. There is a substantial difference among the image resolutions of the DV300F (16MP) and WX1 (10MP) and the DV300F (1/2.3") and WX1 (1/2.4") enjoy different sensor size.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe DV300F was launched 2 years after the WX1 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung DV300F being a Compact camera and the Sony WX1 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before delving straight into a complete comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the DV300F grades versus the WX1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Samsung DV300F vs Sony WX1 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung DV300F & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX1. The complete galleries are available at Samsung DV300F Gallery & Sony WX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung DV300F over the Sony WX1
DV300F | WX1 | |||
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Revealed | January 2012 | August 2009 | Newer by 30 months | |
Display dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony WX1 over the Samsung DV300F
WX1 | DV300F |
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Common features in the Samsung DV300F and Sony WX1
DV300F | WX1 | |||
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Focus manually | No manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither contains Touch friendly display |
Samsung DV300F vs Sony WX1 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and size. The Samsung DV300F has got outside dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Sony WX1 has specifications of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") having a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).
See the Samsung DV300F versus Sony WX1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the DV300F vs the WX1.
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the DV300F and WX1 is 96 and 96 respectively.
Samsung DV300F vs Sony WX1 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is tough to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions only by looking through a spec sheet. The pic underneath might give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the DV300F and WX1.
Clearly, both cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The DV300F due to its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF simpler and the Samsung DV300F will render extra detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics much more aggressively. The younger DV300F provides an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.
Samsung DV300F vs Sony WX1 Screen and ViewFinder
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Samsung DV300F vs Sony WX1 Specifications
Samsung DV300F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung DV300F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX1 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2012-01-02 | 2009-08-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.4" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.104 x 4.578mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 160 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-125mm (5.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.5-6.3 | f/2.4-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 460k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 16s | 2s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.10 m | 5.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 133 grams (0.29 pounds) | 149 grams (0.33 pounds) |
Dimensions | 95 x 57 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 91 x 52 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, Internal | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $200 | $149 |