Nikon L610 vs Samsung DV150F
90 Imaging
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33 Overall
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Nikon L610 vs Samsung DV150F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-350mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 240g - 108 x 69 x 34mm
- Revealed August 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
- Released January 2013

Nikon L610 vs Samsung DV150F Overview
Below, we will be analyzing the Nikon L610 vs Samsung DV150F, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Nikon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the L610 (16MP) and the DV150F (16MP) is relatively well matched and they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The L610 was manufactured 5 months earlier than the DV150F so they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the L610 scores versus the DV150F in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon L610 vs Samsung DV150F Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L610 and Samsung DV150F. The entire galleries are available at Nikon L610 Gallery and Samsung DV150F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L610 over the Samsung DV150F
L610 | DV150F | |||
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Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Samsung DV150F over the Nikon L610
DV150F | L610 | |||
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Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon L610 and Samsung DV150F
L610 | DV150F | |||
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Released | August 2012 | ![]() | January 2013 | Similar generation |
Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 460k | Exact same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen |
Nikon L610 vs Samsung DV150F Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon L610 enjoys physical measurements of 108mm x 69mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") along with a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs) and the Samsung DV150F has measurements of 96mm x 55mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).
Check the Nikon L610 vs Samsung DV150F in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use during that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the L610 and the DV150F.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the L610 and DV150F is 90 and 96 respectively.

Nikon L610 vs Samsung DV150F Sensor Comparison
Quite often, its hard to envision the difference between sensor sizes only by reading through specs. The pic here will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the L610 and DV150F.
As you can plainly see, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the identical resolution so you should expect similar quality of images however you should really take the release date of the products into consideration.

Nikon L610 vs Samsung DV150F Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon L610 vs Samsung DV150F Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L610 | Samsung DV150F | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Samsung |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix L610 | Samsung DV150F |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2012-08-09 | 2013-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | 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 | ||
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-350mm (14.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/2.5-6.3 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 460k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD with anti-reflection coating | Rear TFT LCD + 1.5 inch front LCd |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/6000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 240g (0.53 pounds) | 116g (0.26 pounds) |
Dimensions | 108 x 69 x 34mm (4.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") | 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 | 120 photos | - |
Style of battery | AA | - |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | - | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $150 | $150 |