Olympus SZ-10 vs Samsung DV150F
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Olympus SZ-10 vs Samsung DV150F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-504mm (F3.1-4.4) lens
- 215g - 106 x 67 x 38mm
- Launched February 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.5-6.3) lens
- 116g - 96 x 55 x 18mm
- Released January 2013

Olympus SZ-10 vs Samsung DV150F Overview
Following is a extended comparison of the Olympus SZ-10 versus Samsung DV150F, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Olympus and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the SZ-10 (14MP) and the DV150F (16MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The SZ-10 was manufactured 23 months before the DV150F which makes them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going right into a complete comparison, here is a brief view of how the SZ-10 grades versus the DV150F in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Olympus SZ-10 vs Samsung DV150F Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SZ-10 and Samsung DV150F. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus SZ-10 Gallery and Samsung DV150F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SZ-10 over the Samsung DV150F
SZ-10 | DV150F | |||
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Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Samsung DV150F over the Olympus SZ-10
DV150F | SZ-10 | |||
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Released | January 2013 | ![]() | February 2011 | More modern by 23 months |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Olympus SZ-10 and Samsung DV150F
SZ-10 | DV150F | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 460k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen |
Olympus SZ-10 vs Samsung DV150F Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus SZ-10 enjoys external measurements of 106mm x 67mm x 38mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.5") and a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Samsung DV150F has measurements of 96mm x 55mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).
Take a look at the Olympus SZ-10 versus Samsung DV150F in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the SZ-10 and the DV150F.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-10 and DV150F is 90 and 96 respectively.

Olympus SZ-10 vs Samsung DV150F Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes just by going through specifications. The picture below may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ-10 and DV150F.
To sum up, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Samsung DV150F to produce more detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged SZ-10 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.

Olympus SZ-10 vs Samsung DV150F Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus SZ-10 vs Samsung DV150F Specifications
Olympus SZ-10 | Samsung DV150F | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Samsung |
Model type | Olympus SZ-10 | Samsung DV150F |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2011-02-08 | 2013-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic III+ | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Full resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-504mm (18.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.1-4.4 | f/2.5-6.3 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 460 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | TFT Color LCD | Rear TFT LCD + 1.5 inch front LCd |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.10 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 215g (0.47 lbs) | 116g (0.26 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 106 x 67 x 38mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.5") | 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 life | 220 images | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | LI-50B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $300 | $150 |