Nikon P310 vs Samsung DV150F
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Nikon P310 vs Samsung DV150F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-100mm (F1.8-4.9) lens
- 194g - 103 x 58 x 32mm
- Revealed June 2012
- Replaced the Nikon P300
- Updated by Nikon P330
(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
- Introduced January 2013

Nikon P310 vs Samsung DV150F Overview
Here, we will be matching up the Nikon P310 vs Samsung DV150F, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Samsung. The resolution of the P310 (16MP) and the DV150F (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The P310 was revealed 6 months before the DV150F which means that they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short summary of how the P310 scores vs the DV150F with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon P310 vs Samsung DV150F Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P310 and Samsung DV150F. The full galleries are available at Nikon P310 Gallery and Samsung DV150F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon P310 over the Samsung DV150F
P310 | DV150F | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper screen (+461k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung DV150F over the Nikon P310
DV150F | P310 | |||
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Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon P310 and Samsung DV150F
P310 | DV150F | |||
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Introduced | June 2012 | ![]() | January 2013 | Similar generation |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Nikon P310 vs Samsung DV150F Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon P310 comes with outer dimensions of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Samsung DV150F has proportions 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 Nikon P310 vs Samsung DV150F in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the P310 versus the DV150F.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the P310 and DV150F is 92 and 96 respectively.

Nikon P310 vs Samsung DV150F Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizes purely by reviewing specs. The image here will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the P310 and DV150F.
All in all, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical MP therefore you should expect similar quality of pictures although you need to consider the release date of the products into consideration.

Nikon P310 vs Samsung DV150F Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon P310 vs Samsung DV150F Specifications
Nikon Coolpix P310 | Samsung DV150F | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Coolpix P310 | Samsung DV150F |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2012-06-22 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 99 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-100mm (4.2x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/1.8-4.9 | f/2.5-6.3 |
Macro focus distance | 2cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 921k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | Rear TFT LCD + 1.5 inch front LCd |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 8 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 6.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (120, 30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 194 grams (0.43 lbs) | 116 grams (0.26 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 58 x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 96 x 55 x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 230 photos | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $700 | $150 |