Canon SX610 HS vs Samsung DV150F

Below is a detailed overview of the Canon SX610 HS and Samsung DV150F, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the SX610 HS (20MP) and DV150F (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX610 HS was revealed 2 years later than the DV150F and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple overview of how the SX610 HS scores against the DV150F for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX610 HS and Samsung DV150F. The full galleries are available at Canon SX610 HS Gallery and Samsung DV150F Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX610 HS provides physical measurements of 105mm x 61mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 191 grams (0.42 lbs) while the Samsung DV150F has dimensions of 96mm x 55mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX610 HS and Samsung DV150F in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have at the time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the SX610 HS compared to the DV150F.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SX610 HS and DV150F is 93 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to picture the gap between sensor measurements just by reading through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath should give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX610 HS and DV150F.

As you can see, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should count on the Canon SX610 HS to resolve extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The younger SX610 HS provides an edge in sensor tech.