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.
Side-by-side comparison
Samsung Digimax 301
vs Samsung Digimax A503
VS
Sensor area
21 mm²
Digimax 30125 mm²
Digimax A503- Area ratio
- 1.17:1
- Absolute difference
- 4 mm²
- Relative difference
- 16.5%
The Digimax A503 has the larger sensor area. More area usually means greater light-gathering potential, though real image quality still depends on sensor architecture and generation.
These cameras were released 2 years apart. Consider sensor generation when comparing pixel metrics.
Key specification differences
Digimax 301MetricDigimax A503
3.1 MPEffective pixels5.2 MP
5.33 × 4Sensor5.75 × 4.32
2.62 µmPixel pitch2.19 µm
6.88 µm²Pixel area4.78 µm²
14.54 MP/cm²Pixel density20.93 MP/cm²
6.49Crop factor6.02
—Maximum video—
140 gWeight—
MultiMedia, Secure DigitalStorageMultiMedia, Secure Digital
AA (2) batteries (NiMH recommended)Battery2x AA
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 A503 has the larger sensor area. The Digimax A503 has the lighter body. The Digimax A503 has the higher effective resolution. The Digimax A503 is the newer release. Also consider the lens system and subjects you shoot.
Reasons to choose Digimax A503
Released in 2006, Digimax A503 has about 25 mm² of sensor area, 5.2 MP effective resolution, and a 0 g body. Use these values to narrow the field, not as an overall image-quality score.