Samsung DV300F vs Sony WX50
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Samsung DV300F vs Sony WX50 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
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-125mm (F2.6-6.3) lens
- 117g - 92 x 52 x 19mm
- Released January 2012
Samsung DV300F vs Sony WX50 Overview
Following is a in-depth review of the Samsung DV300F vs Sony WX50, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the DV300F (16MP) and the WX50 (16MP) is very comparable and both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe DV300F was unveiled very close to the WX50 so they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a full comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the DV300F matches up vs the WX50 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Samsung DV300F vs Sony WX50 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung DV300F and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX50. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung DV300F Gallery and Sony WX50 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung DV300F over the Sony WX50
DV300F | WX50 | |||
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Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Sony WX50 over the Samsung DV300F
WX50 | DV300F | |||
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Display resolution | 461k | 460k | Crisper display (+1k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung DV300F and Sony WX50
DV300F | WX50 | |||
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Released | January 2012 | January 2012 | Same generation | |
Focus manually | Lack of manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither includes Touch display |
Samsung DV300F vs Sony WX50 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Samsung DV300F features outer 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 WX50 has dimensions of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") along with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).
Contrast the Samsung DV300F vs Sony WX50 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the DV300F vs the WX50.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the DV300F and WX50 is 96 and 96 respectively.
Samsung DV300F vs Sony WX50 Sensor Comparison
Often, it's tough to envision the gap in sensor sizes just by checking out technical specs. The image here will offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the DV300F and WX50.
As you have seen, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP so you should expect comparable quality of photos although you should factor the release date of the cameras into account.
Samsung DV300F vs Sony WX50 Screen and ViewFinder
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Samsung DV300F vs Sony WX50 Specifications
Samsung DV300F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX50 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung DV300F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX50 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2012-01-02 | 2012-01-30 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-125mm (5.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.5-6.3 | f/2.6-6.3 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dot | 461 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD | Clearfoto TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 16 secs | 4 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.10 m | 5.30 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB 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) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 133 grams (0.29 lbs) | 117 grams (0.26 lbs) |
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 | - | 240 photos |
Style of battery | - | 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 feature | ||
Type of storage | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $200 | $250 |