Canon A810 vs Samsung DV150F
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Canon A810 vs Samsung DV150F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 171g - 95 x 62 x 30mm
- Released February 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.5-6.3) lens
- 116g - 96 x 55 x 18mm
- Revealed January 2013

Canon A810 vs Samsung DV150F Overview
In this write-up, we will be matching up the Canon A810 and Samsung DV150F, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Canon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the A810 (16MP) and the DV150F (16MP) is pretty similar and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The A810 was manufactured 11 months prior to the DV150F so they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise view of how the A810 grades vs the DV150F with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon A810 vs Samsung DV150F Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A810 and Samsung DV150F. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon A810 Gallery and Samsung DV150F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A810 over the Samsung DV150F
A810 | DV150F |
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Reasons to pick Samsung DV150F over the Canon A810
DV150F | A810 | |||
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Revealed | January 2013 | ![]() | February 2012 | More modern by 11 months |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Canon A810 and Samsung DV150F
A810 | DV150F | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equivalent screen measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen |
Canon A810 vs Samsung DV150F Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and size. The Canon A810 offers physical dimensions of 95mm x 62mm x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 171 grams (0.38 lbs) and the Samsung DV150F has specifications of 96mm x 55mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).
Look at the Canon A810 and Samsung DV150F in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the A810 and the DV150F.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A810 and DV150F is 93 and 96 respectively.

Canon A810 vs Samsung DV150F Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizes only by going over a spec sheet. The picture below will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the A810 and DV150F.
As you can see, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same MP so you should expect similar quality of pictures however you will need to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged A810 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

Canon A810 vs Samsung DV150F Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A810 vs Samsung DV150F Specifications
Canon PowerShot A810 | Samsung DV150F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Samsung |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A810 | Samsung DV150F |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 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 | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/2.5-6.3 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | - | Rear TFT LCD + 1.5 inch front LCd |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 8 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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 format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | 171 gr (0.38 lb) | 116 gr (0.26 lb) |
Dimensions | 95 x 62 x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 96 x 55 x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 220 pictures | - |
Type of battery | AA | - |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $99 | $150 |