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Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Samsung DV150F

Portability
78
Imaging
39
Features
36
Overall
37
Olympus SP-620 UZ front
 
Samsung DV150F front
Portability
96
Imaging
40
Features
29
Overall
35

Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Samsung DV150F Key Specs

Olympus SP-620 UZ
(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
Samsung DV150F
(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
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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").

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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.

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Reasons to pick Olympus SP-620 UZ over the Samsung DV150F

 SP-620 UZ DV150F 
Display dimensions3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")

Reasons to pick Samsung DV150F over the Olympus SP-620 UZ

 DV150F SP-620 UZ 
AnnouncedJanuary 2013January 2012More modern by 12 months
Display resolution460k230kCrisper display (+230k dot)
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Common features in the Olympus SP-620 UZ and Samsung DV150F

 SP-620 UZ DV150F 
Manually focus No manual focus
Display typeFixed 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. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

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.

Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Samsung DV150F size comparison

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 top view buttons comparison

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 sensor size comparison

Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Samsung DV150F Screen and ViewFinder

Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Samsung DV150F Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Olympus SP-620 UZ as a Portrait photography camera
Samsung DV150F as a Portrait photography camera
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megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
supports face detection focus
no manual focus
no manual control
no external flash support
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
35
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
has face detect focusing
lack of manual focus
manual exposure not possible
cannot use external flash
small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Olympus SP-620 UZ Street photography advice
Samsung DV150F Street photography advice
50
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen does not articulate
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
56
lighter than competition (116 grams)
no articulating screen
does not have image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Olympus SP-620 UZ as a Sports photography camera
Samsung DV150F as a Sports photography camera
48
great zoom range (25-525mm 21.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
megapixel count good (16MP)
supports tracking autofocus
no shutter priority mode
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
36
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
has tracking focus
no shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Olympus SP-620 UZ
Travel photography with Samsung DV150F
61
megapixel count good (16MP)
built-in flash
quite wide (25mm)
long zoom (525mm)
no Time Lapse mode
display isn't selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
69
lighter than competition (116 grams)
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
really wide (25mm)
no Timelapse mode
doesn't posses selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Olympus SP-620 UZ Landscape photography factors
Samsung DV150F Landscape photography factors
41
quite wide (25mm)
screen is a good size (3 inches)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
no manual control
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
no Time Lapse mode
34
really wide (25mm)
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.5)
screen is small (2.7 inches)
manual exposure not possible
does not have image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
no Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Olympus SP-620 UZ Vlogging features
Samsung DV150F Vlogging features
28
quite wide (25mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
supports face detection focus
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
display isn't selfie friendly
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pxls)
no external mic port
32
really wide (25mm)
touchscreen functionality
has face detect focusing
lighter than competition (116 grams)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.5)
doesn't posses selfie friendly screen
does not have image stabilization
low quality video (1280 x 720 resolution)
no microphone socket
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Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Samsung DV150F Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Olympus SP-620 UZ and Samsung DV150F
 Olympus SP-620 UZSamsung DV150F
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