Samsung DV300F vs Sony WX30
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Samsung DV300F vs Sony WX30 Key Specs
(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
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-125mm (F2.6-6.3) lens
- 117g - 92 x 52 x 19mm
- Launched July 2011
Samsung DV300F vs Sony WX30 Overview
Here, we are contrasting the Samsung DV300F versus Sony WX30, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the DV300F (16MP) and the WX30 (16MP) is very close and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe DV300F was brought out 6 months later than the WX30 so they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the DV300F scores against the WX30 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Samsung DV300F vs Sony WX30 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung DV300F & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung DV300F Gallery & Sony WX30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung DV300F over the Sony WX30
DV300F | WX30 |
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Reasons to pick Sony WX30 over the Samsung DV300F
WX30 | DV300F | |||
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Display resolution | 922k | 460k | Crisper display (+462k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Samsung DV300F and Sony WX30
DV300F | WX30 | |||
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Launched | January 2012 | July 2011 | Same age | |
Focus manually | No manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen |
Samsung DV300F vs Sony WX30 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor its weight and volume. The Samsung DV300F has got outside measurements 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 WX30 has sizing of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") having a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).
Compare the Samsung DV300F versus Sony WX30 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you use at that moment. The following is a front view scale comparison of the DV300F compared to the WX30.
Using size and weight, the portability score of the DV300F and WX30 is 96 and 96 respectively.
Samsung DV300F vs Sony WX30 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's tough to envision the gap in sensor sizing just by researching specifications. The visual below may offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the DV300F and WX30.
To sum up, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution so you can expect comparable quality of photos however you should really consider the launch date of the cameras into account.
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Samsung DV300F vs Sony WX30 Specifications
Samsung DV300F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung DV300F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2012-01-02 | 2011-07-25 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
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 | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-125mm (5.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.5-6.3 | f/2.6-6.3 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 460k dots | 922k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD | XtraFine TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 16s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.10 m | 3.70 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 133 grams (0.29 lb) | 117 grams (0.26 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 57 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 92 x 52 x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") |
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 life | - | 250 photos |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BP88 | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $200 | $259 |