Nikon S3500 vs Samsung DV150F
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Nikon S3500 vs Samsung DV150F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-182mm (F3.4-6.4) lens
- 129g - 97 x 58 x 21mm
- Launched February 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.5-6.3) lens
- 116g - 96 x 55 x 18mm
- Released January 2013

Nikon S3500 vs Samsung DV150F Overview
Here, we are looking at the Nikon S3500 versus Samsung DV150F, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Nikon and Samsung. There is a large difference among the resolutions of the S3500 (20MP) and DV150F (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The S3500 was launched 2 months after the DV150F and they are of a similar age. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short overview of how the S3500 scores versus the DV150F with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon S3500 vs Samsung DV150F Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S3500 & Samsung DV150F. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S3500 Gallery & Samsung DV150F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S3500 over the Samsung DV150F
S3500 | DV150F |
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Reasons to pick Samsung DV150F over the Nikon S3500
DV150F | S3500 | |||
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Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Nikon S3500 and Samsung DV150F
S3500 | DV150F | |||
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Released | February 2013 | ![]() | January 2013 | Same age |
Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Same display measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen |
Nikon S3500 vs Samsung DV150F Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon S3500 has external measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Samsung DV150F has measurements of 96mm x 55mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).
Examine the Nikon S3500 versus Samsung DV150F in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the S3500 compared to the DV150F.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the S3500 and DV150F is 95 and 96 respectively.

Nikon S3500 vs Samsung DV150F Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's tough to see the gap in sensor dimensions simply by viewing specs. The pic here might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the S3500 and DV150F.
As you can plainly see, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Nikon S3500 to render greater detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a good deal more aggressively.

Nikon S3500 vs Samsung DV150F Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison

Street Comparison

Sports Comparison

Travel Comparison

Landscape Comparison

Vlogging Comparison

Nikon S3500 vs Samsung DV150F Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S3500 | Samsung DV150F | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Samsung |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S3500 | Samsung DV150F |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2013-02-21 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.16 x 4.62mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Maximum resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
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 | 26-182mm (7.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.4-6.4 | f/2.5-6.3 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | TFT-LCD | 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 | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 129g (0.28 pounds) | 116g (0.26 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 58 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 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 | ||
Self timer | - | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | - | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $85 | $150 |