Olympus E-M1 vs Samsung DV150F

In this write-up, we are looking at the Olympus E-M1 versus Samsung DV150F, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Olympus and Samsung. The resolution of the E-M1 (16MP) and the DV150F (16MP) is very similar but the E-M1 (Four Thirds) and DV150F (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor dimensions.

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The E-M1 was manufactured 10 months later than the DV150F which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-M1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung DV150F being a Compact camera.

Before delving in to a full comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the E-M1 matches up against the DV150F with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus OM-D E-M1 and Samsung DV150F. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus E-M1 Gallery and Samsung DV150F Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-M1 enjoys exterior measurements of 130mm x 94mm x 63mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.5") with a weight of 497 grams (1.10 lbs) while the Samsung DV150F has proportions of 96mm x 55mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Examine the Olympus E-M1 versus Samsung DV150F in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the E-M1 compared to the DV150F.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the E-M1 and DV150F is 71 and 96 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to envision the difference between sensor sizing purely by reviewing specifications. The visual here will help give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the E-M1 and DV150F.

To sum up, both of the cameras offer the same exact MP but not the same sensor sizing. The E-M1 provides the larger sensor which will make getting bokeh simpler. The more modern E-M1 will have a benefit in sensor technology.