Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Samsung DV150F

Below is a extended assessment of the Olympus SP-800 UZ and Samsung DV150F, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Samsung. The resolution of the SP-800 UZ (14MP) and the DV150F (16MP) is fairly well matched and they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SP-800 UZ was revealed 3 years before the DV150F and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a full comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the SP-800 UZ matches up versus the DV150F with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SP-800 UZ and Samsung DV150F. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-800 UZ Gallery and Samsung DV150F Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus SP-800 UZ enjoys exterior dimensions of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs) whilst 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).

Take a look at the Olympus SP-800 UZ and Samsung DV150F in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the SP-800 UZ vs the DV150F.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the SP-800 UZ and DV150F is 69 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to see the contrast between sensor measurements simply by looking at specs. The graphic below may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SP-800 UZ and DV150F.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Samsung DV150F to resolve extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos much more aggressively. The older SP-800 UZ is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.