Nikon S620 vs Samsung DV150F

In this write-up, we will be contrasting the Nikon S620 vs Samsung DV150F, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Nikon and Samsung. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the S620 (12MP) and DV150F (16MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S620 was revealed 4 years prior to the DV150F and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a detailed comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the S620 grades against the DV150F for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S620 and Samsung DV150F. The full galleries are available at Nikon S620 Gallery and Samsung DV150F Gallery.

If you are planning to lug around your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon S620 offers physical measurements of 90mm x 53mm x 23mm (3.5" x 2.1" x 0.9") with a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs) whilst the Samsung DV150F has proportions of 96mm x 55mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Compare the Nikon S620 vs Samsung DV150F in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the S620 vs the DV150F.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the S620 and DV150F is 96 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to see the gap between sensor measurements merely by reading through specs. The graphic here will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the S620 and DV150F.

All in all, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Samsung DV150F to give you extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The older S620 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.