Nikon S5100 vs Samsung DV150F
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Nikon S5100 vs Samsung DV150F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.7-6.6) lens
- 132g - 97 x 57 x 22mm
- Launched August 2010
(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 S5100 vs Samsung DV150F Overview
Lets examine more in depth at the Nikon S5100 versus Samsung DV150F, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Nikon and Samsung. There exists a substantial gap among the image resolutions of the S5100 (12MP) and DV150F (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Leica struggles with L-Mount camera sales, tougher than Q or MThe S5100 was revealed 3 years before the DV150F which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a complete comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the S5100 scores vs the DV150F with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon S5100 vs Samsung DV150F Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S5100 & Samsung DV150F. The full galleries are provided at Nikon S5100 Gallery & Samsung DV150F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S5100 over the Samsung DV150F
S5100 | DV150F |
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Reasons to pick Samsung DV150F over the Nikon S5100
DV150F | S5100 | |||
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Released | January 2013 | August 2010 | Newer by 29 months | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon S5100 and Samsung DV150F
S5100 | DV150F | |||
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Manually focus | No manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equivalent screen sizing | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Nikon S5100 vs Samsung DV150F Physical Comparison
For those who are going to travel with your camera, you will need to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon S5100 comes with external measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Samsung DV150F has measurements of 96mm x 55mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon S5100 versus Samsung DV150F in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you select during that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the S5100 vs the DV150F.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S5100 and DV150F is 95 and 96 respectively.
Nikon S5100 vs Samsung DV150F Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be difficult to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions purely by going through technical specs. The pic here will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the S5100 and DV150F.
As you can tell, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Samsung DV150F to show more detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged S5100 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.
Nikon S5100 vs Samsung DV150F Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon S5100 vs Samsung DV150F Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S5100 | Samsung DV150F | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Samsung |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S5100 | Samsung DV150F |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2010-08-17 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | 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 | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.7-6.6 | f/2.5-6.3 |
Macro focusing range | 2cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | - | Rear TFT LCD + 1.5 inch front LCd |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1500s | 1/2000s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | 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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 132 gr (0.29 pounds) | 116 gr (0.26 pounds) |
Dimensions | 97 x 57 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 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 ID | EN-EL10 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $200 | $150 |