Nikon S8000 vs Samsung DV150F

Following is a complete overview of the Nikon S8000 vs Samsung DV150F, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the S8000 (14MP) and the DV150F (16MP) is fairly similar and they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S8000 was launched 3 years before the DV150F which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise summary of how the S8000 grades vs the DV150F for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S8000 and Samsung DV150F. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon S8000 Gallery and Samsung DV150F Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera, you should factor its weight and volume. The Nikon S8000 offers outer dimensions of 103mm x 57mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 183 grams (0.40 lbs) whilst the Samsung DV150F has sizing of 96mm x 55mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S8000 vs Samsung DV150F in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at the time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the S8000 and the DV150F.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the S8000 and DV150F is 93 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizes only by going over a spec sheet. The pic below should offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S8000 and DV150F.

As you can see, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You should anticipate the Samsung DV150F to deliver greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images a little more aggressively. The more aged S8000 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.