Nikon S9100 vs Samsung DV150F
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Nikon S9100 vs Samsung DV150F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 160 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-450mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 214g - 105 x 62 x 35mm
- Released July 2011
- Newer Model is Nikon S9300
(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
- Introduced January 2013

Nikon S9100 vs Samsung DV150F Overview
Below is a extensive review of the Nikon S9100 and Samsung DV150F, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the S9100 (12MP) and DV150F (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The S9100 was manufactured 17 months before the DV150F making them a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise overview of how the S9100 scores against the DV150F when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon S9100 vs Samsung DV150F Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S9100 and Samsung DV150F. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon S9100 Gallery and Samsung DV150F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S9100 over the Samsung DV150F
S9100 | DV150F | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 460k | Clearer display (+461k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung DV150F over the Nikon S9100
DV150F | S9100 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Introduced | January 2013 | ![]() | July 2011 | More recent by 17 months |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Nikon S9100 and Samsung DV150F
S9100 | DV150F | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen |
Nikon S9100 vs Samsung DV150F Physical Comparison
If you're planning to lug around your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S9100 has outer measurements of 105mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4") having a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Samsung DV150F has dimensions 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 S9100 and Samsung DV150F in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the S9100 versus the DV150F.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S9100 and DV150F is 91 and 96 respectively.

Nikon S9100 vs Samsung DV150F Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be tough to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements just by reading through specifications. The graphic underneath might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the S9100 and DV150F.
Plainly, both cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Samsung DV150F to resolve greater detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos way more aggressively. The older S9100 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

Nikon S9100 vs Samsung DV150F Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S9100 vs Samsung DV150F Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S9100 | Samsung DV150F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S9100 | Samsung DV150F |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2011-07-19 | 2013-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | 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 | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 160 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-450mm (18.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/2.5-6.3 |
Macro focus distance | 4cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 921k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | Rear TFT LCD + 1.5 inch front LCd |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 214 grams (0.47 lbs) | 116 grams (0.26 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 105 x 62 x 35mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4") | 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 | 270 pictures | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $329 | $150 |