Canon SX520 HS vs Samsung DV150F

Its time to look more closely at the Canon SX520 HS and Samsung DV150F, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the SX520 HS (16MP) and the DV150F (16MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX520 HS was launched 19 months later than the DV150F making them a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a complete comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the SX520 HS scores versus the DV150F in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX520 HS and Samsung DV150F. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX520 HS Gallery and Samsung DV150F Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Canon SX520 HS offers exterior dimensions of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 441 grams (0.97 lbs) whilst 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).

Examine the Canon SX520 HS and Samsung DV150F in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the SX520 HS and the DV150F.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX520 HS and DV150F is 69 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, it is hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizing only by reading through specifications. The graphic below will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX520 HS and DV150F.

To sum up, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of photographs though you will need to take the production date of the products into consideration. The younger SX520 HS should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.