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Samsung DV300F

Samsung DV300F
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alaScore 89

658 reviews

Apr, 2024

alaTest has collected and analyzed 658 reviews of Samsung DV300F. The average rating for this product is 4.4/5, compared to an average rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras for all reviews. People are impressed by the image quality and performance. The screen and portability also get good feedback. There are some negative opinions about the energy efficiency and flash, while there are some mixed comments about the sensor and battery.

usability, portability, screen, performance, image quality

focus, shutter, flash, energy

We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Digital Compact Cameras the Samsung DV300F is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 89/100 = Very good quality.

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Consumer review (amazon.co.uk)

Amazon.co.uk review summary for Samsung DV300F

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 146 user reviews of Samsung DV300F from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 4.2/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.co.uk. Reviewers are impressed by the screen and performance. The portability and image quality are also appreciated. Views about the low light performance and focus are different, while there are some negative views about the energy efficiency and sensor.

usability, image quality, portability, performance, screen

color, shutter, sensor, energy

87% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

Consumer review (amazon.com)

Amazon.com review summary for Samsung DV300F

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 16 user reviews of Samsung DV300F from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.6/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.2/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.com. Reviewers are impressed by the price and image quality. The usability and performance are also mentioned favorably, whereas comments are divided on the durability.

portability, performance, usability, image quality, price

94% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

Consumer review (amazon.ca)

Amazon.ca review summary for Samsung DV300F

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 1 user review of Samsung DV300F from Amazon.ca. The average user rating for this product is 1.0/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.ca.

0% of the reviews on Amazon.ca give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

Expert review by : Jim Fisher (pcmag.com)

Samsung DV300F

 

Samsung's inexpensive DV300F gives you a neat front LCD for self portraits, a sharp lens, and an excellent Wi-Fi experience. But this compact camera is downright sluggish.

Inexpensive. Sharp lens. Front-facing LCD for self portraits. Excellent Wi-Fi integration. Many in-camera effects.

Waxy images at middling ISO settings. Sluggish performance. Short zoom range. HD video capture limited to 720p. No HDMI output.

Performance and Conclusions The DV300F is not a camera that is built with speed in mind. It takes a full 2.1 seconds to start and shoot, makes you wait 1.5 seconds between shots, and records a lengthy 0.5-second shutter lag. The similarly sized and...

Jul, 2012
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Expert review by : Kyle Schurman (steves-digicams.com)

Samsung DV300F Review

 

The Samsung DV300F is a camera that's aimed at beginning photographers who want a camera that's fun and easy to use, thanks in part to LCDs on both the front and back of the camera. Samsung also has created a camera that performs pretty well versus...

Camera is very easy to use with graphical menus ; Good image quality and sharp focus ; Main display screen is bright and sharp ; Second display screen on front of camera allows for easy self-portraits and shots with your friends ; Lens fully retracts...

5x optical zoom lens is a bit small ; Camera control buttons are too small to be used comfortably ; Cannot shoot 1080p HD video ; Battery life can be below average, if using all of the camera's features ; Must charge battery inside the camera; no...

The Samsung DV300F is a camera that's aimed at beginning photographers who want a camera that's fun and easy to use, thanks in part to LCDs on both the front and back of the camera. Samsung also has created a camera that performs pretty well versus...

Aug, 2012
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Expert review by : Mark Goldstein (photographyblog.com)

Samsung DV300F Review

 

The Samsung DV300F is a 16 megapixel compact camera featuring a 1.5-inch front LCD screen display for easier self-portaits and built-in Wi-fi connectivity. The DV300F also offers a 5x optical zoom lens with 25mm wide-angle setting and maximum aperture...

The Samsung DV300F is an appealing compact camera that majors on social sharing and wireless connectivity, without forgetting to take a good picture too. The wealth of different shooting modes can be overwhelming, we missed having built-in HDMI...

May, 2012
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Expert review by : Jim Fisher (techreviewsource.com)

Samsung DV300F

 

At first look, the Samsung DV300F's front LCD makes it stand out from the crowd, but the camera's most impressive feature is its Wi-Fi sharing capability. It allows you to transfer photos to your smartphone, post directly to social sharing sites, or...

Inexpensive. Sharp lens. Front-facing LCD for self portraits. Excellent Wi-Fi integration. Many in-camera effects ; Cons: Waxy images at middling ISO settings. Sluggish performance. Short zoom range. HD video capture limited to 720p. No HDMI output....

Waxy images at middling ISO settings. Sluggish performance. Short zoom range. HD video capture limited to 720p. No HDMI output. Editor Rating: 3.50 ; By Jim Fisher

Samsung's inexpensive DV300F gives you a neat front LCD for self portraits, a sharp lens, and an excellent Wi-Fi experience. But this compact camera is downright sluggish. Pros: Inexpensive. Sharp lens. Front-facing LCD for self portraits. Excellent...

Jul, 2012
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Expert review by : Steve B. (dreamwarecomputers.com)

Samsung DV300F Digital Camera

 

Our smartphones are now at a point where we're connected to everything and everywhere at the touch of a button. See something cool and want to show your friends? All it takes is about three button presses to have a picture on Twitter or Facebook for...

WiFi ready with lots of useful WiFi features ; Front screen is handy for self shots and group self shots ; Image stabilization ; No real complaints on image quality for the price ; Intuitive and easy to use menu system

Only 720p HD video recording - would be nice to see 1080p ; View the discussion thread.blog comments powered by DISQUSback to top ; Start ; Prev ; 1 ; 2 ; 3 ; 4 ; 5 ; 6 ; 7 ; 8 ; 9 ; Next ; End ; Read our reviews of the best tablets on DreamWare...

If you were to look at only the photo quality of the DV300F, then you might have a tough time justifying it's $249 CDN price tag when many other cameras exist in that price range (or slightly above it) which take marginally better quality pictures....

May, 2012
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Expert review by : Darren Quick (gizmag.com)

Samsung DualView cameras put the photographer in the picture

 

Seems one LCD display per camera is not enough for Samsung, which has just unveiled two compact digital cameras that feature dual LCD screens - one on the back and one on the front. The extra displays found on the TL225 and TL220 are designed to make...

Aside from the 1.5-inch front LCD found on the TL225 and TL220 DualView cameras, both feature a 12.2-megapixel CCD and 27mm wide-angle Schneider KREUZNACH lens with 4.6x optical zoom. The TL225 boasts a 3.5-inch wide 1,520,000-pixel resolution...

Aug, 2009
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Expert review by : Trusted Reviews (trustedreviews.com)

Samsung DV300F

 

Upload your images straight to Facebook with this Wi-Fi enabled budget compact.

Wi-Fi functionality for computerless uploading, Plenty of useful shooting modes and features, Good image quality at lower ISO settings, Easy to use

Slow processing and noticeable shutter lag, Noisy at mid to high ISO settings, Movie recording limited to 720p HD

Jun, 2012
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Expert review by (t3.com)

Samsung DV300F review

 

The Samsung DV300F compact offers two LCD screens plus Wi-Fi for under £200

Slim profile ; Wi-Fi connectivity ; High-res 3-inch backscreen

Softer images on high ISOs ; Mic picks up operational noise ; Not Full HD video

Jun, 2012
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Expert review by : Derek Fung (cnet.com.au)

Samsung DV300F

 

Self-portrait screen is handy if you're into that sort of thing

Smartphones are great for self-portraits ; Image quality could be better

Pleasant aesthetics, a low price and the front-mounted LCD screen are the main drawcards for the Samsung DV300F. We'd recommend spending a tad extra to get a whole lot more elsewhere, and relying on your smartphone for self-portraits.

Dec, 2012
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Expert review by : Stuff.tv (stuff.tv)

Samsung DV300F review

 

We've seen Samsung compact cameras packing Wi-Fi skills before – like the capable WB150F. With the 16.1MP DV300F, you can now instantly back-up and share your shots without rummaging around for too many extra pennies over the price of your average...

May, 2012
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