Olympus E-1 vs Samsung DV150F

In this article, we will be reviewing the Olympus E-1 vs Samsung DV150F, one being a Pro DSLR and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Olympus and Samsung. There exists a crucial gap among the sensor resolutions of the E-1 (5MP) and DV150F (16MP) and the E-1 (Four Thirds) and DV150F (1/2.3") come with different sensor sizes.

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The E-1 was brought out 10 years prior to the DV150F and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-1 being a Large SLR camera and the Samsung DV150F being a Compact camera.

Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief summation of how the E-1 grades versus the DV150F with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus E-1 and Samsung DV150F. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus E-1 Gallery and Samsung DV150F Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera often, you need to think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-1 has got physical measurements of 141mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.2") along with a weight of 735 grams (1.62 lbs) and the Samsung DV150F has proportions of 96mm x 55mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus E-1 vs Samsung DV150F in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using during that time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the E-1 versus the DV150F.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the E-1 and DV150F is 59 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it is very hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizing purely by going through specifications. The graphic underneath may give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the E-1 and DV150F.

To sum up, each of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The E-1 due to its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Samsung DV150F will produce extra detail having its extra 11MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures far more aggressively. The older E-1 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.