Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Samsung DV150F

In this article, we will be looking at the Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Samsung DV150F, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Samsung. The resolution of the SZ-16 iHS (16MP) and the DV150F (16MP) is relatively comparable and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SZ-16 iHS was introduced within a month of the DV150F so they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a brief view of how the SZ-16 iHS scores versus the DV150F when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SZ-16 iHS & Samsung DV150F. The whole galleries are available at Olympus SZ-16 iHS Gallery & Samsung DV150F Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera, you have to consider its weight and size. The Olympus SZ-16 iHS comes with physical dimensions of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") and a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) while the Samsung DV150F has specifications of 96mm x 55mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the SZ-16 iHS against the DV150F.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SZ-16 iHS and DV150F is 89 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizing just by going through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SZ-16 iHS and DV150F.

Clearly, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same resolution so you can expect comparable quality of photographs but you will need to take the launch date of the cameras into account.