Olympus SZ-15 vs Samsung DV150F

Below, we will be comparing the Olympus SZ-15 and Samsung DV150F, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the SZ-15 (16MP) and the DV150F (16MP) is relatively comparable and they feature the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SZ-15 was brought out 6 months after the DV150F so they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a complete comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the SZ-15 scores against the DV150F in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SZ-15 and Samsung DV150F. The entire galleries are available at Olympus SZ-15 Gallery and Samsung DV150F Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus SZ-15 has got physical measurements of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) and the Samsung DV150F has sizing of 96mm x 55mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Compare the Olympus SZ-15 and Samsung DV150F in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at that time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the SZ-15 versus the DV150F.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SZ-15 and DV150F is 88 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, its difficult to envision the difference in sensor dimensions merely by checking out specifications. The image below will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ-15 and DV150F.

To sum up, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the identical MP so you should expect comparable quality of photos however you would want to factor the production date of the cameras into account.