Nikon S6200 vs Samsung DV150F
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Nikon S6200 vs Samsung DV150F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.2-5.6) lens
- 160g - 93 x 58 x 26mm
- Revealed August 2011
(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 S6200 vs Samsung DV150F Overview
Its time to take a more detailed look at the Nikon S6200 versus Samsung DV150F, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Nikon and Samsung. The image resolution of the S6200 (16MP) and the DV150F (16MP) is pretty close and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The S6200 was brought out 16 months before the DV150F which makes them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick view of how the S6200 grades versus the DV150F with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon S6200 vs Samsung DV150F Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S6200 & Samsung DV150F. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S6200 Gallery & Samsung DV150F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S6200 over the Samsung DV150F
S6200 | DV150F | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing |
Reasons to pick Samsung DV150F over the Nikon S6200
DV150F | S6200 | |||
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Released | January 2013 | ![]() | August 2011 | Newer by 16 months |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon S6200 and Samsung DV150F
S6200 | DV150F | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equal screen sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen |
Nikon S6200 vs Samsung DV150F Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon S6200 has got outer dimensions of 93mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") and a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Samsung DV150F has sizing of 96mm x 55mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).
Check the Nikon S6200 versus Samsung DV150F in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the S6200 compared to the DV150F.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the S6200 and DV150F is 94 and 96 respectively.

Nikon S6200 vs Samsung DV150F Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its tough to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions only by looking through a spec sheet. The image below may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the S6200 and DV150F.
As you can see, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact resolution and you can expect comparable quality of photos however you should factor the age of the cameras into account. The more aged S6200 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.

Nikon S6200 vs Samsung DV150F Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S6200 vs Samsung DV150F Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S6200 | Samsung DV150F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S6200 | Samsung DV150F |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2011-08-24 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-250mm (10.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.2-5.6 | f/2.5-6.3 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD with Anti-reflection coating | Rear TFT LCD + 1.5 inch front LCd |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 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, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | 160g (0.35 lbs) | 116g (0.26 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 93 x 58 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") | 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 | 250 pictures | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $229 | $150 |