Canon A4000 IS vs Samsung DV150F
95 Imaging
39 Features
29 Overall
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96 Imaging
39 Features
29 Overall
35
Canon A4000 IS vs Samsung DV150F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-224mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 145g - 95 x 56 x 24mm
- Launched February 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.5-6.3) lens
- 116g - 96 x 55 x 18mm
- Introduced January 2013

Canon A4000 IS vs Samsung DV150F Overview
Here is a extensive assessment of the Canon A4000 IS versus Samsung DV150F, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the A4000 IS (16MP) and the DV150F (16MP) is very similar and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The A4000 IS was launched 11 months before the DV150F so they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a detailed comparison, here is a short summary of how the A4000 IS matches up against the DV150F for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon A4000 IS vs Samsung DV150F Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A4000 IS & Samsung DV150F. The complete galleries are provided at Canon A4000 IS Gallery & Samsung DV150F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A4000 IS over the Samsung DV150F
A4000 IS | DV150F | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Samsung DV150F over the Canon A4000 IS
DV150F | A4000 IS | |||
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Introduced | January 2013 | ![]() | February 2012 | Fresher by 11 months |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Canon A4000 IS and Samsung DV150F
A4000 IS | DV150F | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen |
Canon A4000 IS vs Samsung DV150F Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon A4000 IS enjoys external measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs) while the Samsung DV150F has dimensions of 96mm x 55mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).
See the Canon A4000 IS versus Samsung DV150F in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the A4000 IS versus the DV150F.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the A4000 IS and DV150F is 95 and 96 respectively.

Canon A4000 IS vs Samsung DV150F Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizing merely by going over a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the A4000 IS and DV150F.
Clearly, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP so you can expect similar quality of photographs though you really should factor the age of the products into consideration. The older A4000 IS is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

Canon A4000 IS vs Samsung DV150F Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A4000 IS vs Samsung DV150F Specifications
Canon PowerShot A4000 IS | Samsung DV150F | |
---|---|---|
General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Samsung |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A4000 IS | Samsung DV150F |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2012-02-07 | 2013-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/2.5-6.3 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | - | Rear TFT LCD + 1.5 inch front LCd |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 8 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure 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 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 145 grams (0.32 pounds) | 116 grams (0.26 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 96 x 55 x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 175 photos | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-11L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $199 | $150 |