Reasons to choose Digimax 230
Released in 2002, Digimax 230 has about 21 mm² of sensor area, 1.9 MP effective resolution, and a 300 g body. Use these values to narrow the field, not as an overall image-quality score.
Side-by-side comparison
Samsung Digimax 230
vs Samsung Digimax 301
VS
Sensor area
21 mm²
Digimax 23021 mm²
Digimax 301- Area ratio
- 1:1
- Absolute difference
- 0 mm²
- Relative difference
- 0%
The Digimax 230 and Digimax 301 have the same sensor area. Compare pixel density, sensor architecture, and release generation to understand likely image-quality differences.
These cameras were released 2 years apart. Consider sensor generation when comparing pixel metrics.
Key specification differences
Digimax 230MetricDigimax 301
1.9 MPEffective pixels3.1 MP
5.33 × 4Sensor5.33 × 4
3.35 µmPixel pitch2.62 µm
11.22 µm²Pixel area6.88 µm²
8.91 MP/cm²Pixel density14.54 MP/cm²
6.49Crop factor6.49
—Maximum video—
300 gWeight140 g
CompactFlash type IStorageMultiMedia, Secure Digital
AA (2) batteries (NiMH recommended)BatteryAA (2) batteries (NiMH recommended)
Amber marks the value that is generally preferable in this comparison context. It is not an overall camera score.
How to choose between these cameras
The Digimax 230 and Digimax 301 have the same sensor area. The Digimax 301 has the lighter body. The Digimax 301 has the higher effective resolution. The Digimax 301 is the newer release. Also consider the lens system and subjects you shoot.
Reasons to choose Digimax 301
Released in 2004, Digimax 301 has about 21 mm² of sensor area, 3.1 MP effective resolution, and a 140 g body. Use these values to narrow the field, not as an overall image-quality score.