Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Samsung DV150F
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Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Samsung DV150F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-525mm (F3.1-5.8) lens
- 435g - 110 x 74 x 74mm
- Announced January 2012
- Older Model is Olympus SP-610UZ
(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
- Announced January 2013

Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Samsung DV150F Overview
Following is a complete analysis of the Olympus SP-620 UZ and Samsung DV150F, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the SP-620 UZ (16MP) and the DV150F (16MP) is very comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The SP-620 UZ was announced 12 months prior to the DV150F and they are of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a complete comparison, here is a concise view of how the SP-620 UZ matches up vs the DV150F in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Samsung DV150F Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SP-620 UZ and Samsung DV150F. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-620 UZ Gallery and Samsung DV150F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-620 UZ over the Samsung DV150F
SP-620 UZ | DV150F | |||
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Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Samsung DV150F over the Olympus SP-620 UZ
DV150F | SP-620 UZ | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2012 | More modern by 12 months |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Olympus SP-620 UZ and Samsung DV150F
SP-620 UZ | DV150F | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen |
Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Samsung DV150F Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SP-620 UZ has outside dimensions of 110mm x 74mm x 74mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 435 grams (0.96 lbs) while the Samsung DV150F has dimensions of 96mm x 55mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).
Examine the Olympus SP-620 UZ and Samsung DV150F in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have during that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the SP-620 UZ and the DV150F.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the SP-620 UZ and DV150F is 78 and 96 respectively.

Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Samsung DV150F Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizes simply by checking out a spec sheet. The image here may offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the SP-620 UZ and DV150F.
Clearly, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of photos but you should always consider the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged SP-620 UZ will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Samsung DV150F Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Samsung DV150F Specifications
Olympus SP-620 UZ | Samsung DV150F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Samsung |
Model type | Olympus SP-620 UZ | Samsung DV150F |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2012-01-10 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic III+ | - |
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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-525mm (21.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.1-5.8 | f/2.5-6.3 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | TFT Color LCD | Rear TFT LCD + 1.5 inch front LCd |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1500s | 1/2000s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.00 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 435g (0.96 pounds) | 116g (0.26 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 74 x 74mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 2.9") | 96 x 55 x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $199 | $150 |