Nikon P7800 vs Samsung DV150F

Let's look more closely at the Nikon P7800 vs Samsung DV150F, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Nikon and Samsung. There is a big difference between the resolutions of the P7800 (12MP) and DV150F (16MP) and the P7800 (1/1.7") and DV150F (1/2.3") offer different sensor dimensions.

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The P7800 was manufactured 11 months after the DV150F which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise view of how the P7800 matches up versus the DV150F when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix P7800 and Samsung DV150F. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon P7800 Gallery and Samsung DV150F Gallery.

When you are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon P7800 offers physical dimensions of 119mm x 78mm x 50mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 2.0") with a weight of 399 grams (0.88 lbs) whilst the Samsung DV150F has sizing of 96mm x 55mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the P7800 compared to the DV150F.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the P7800 and DV150F is 82 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions just by looking at a spec sheet. The image underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the P7800 and DV150F.

As you can see, each of these cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The P7800 because of its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Samsung DV150F will give more detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots more aggressively. The fresher P7800 should have an edge in sensor technology.