Olympus 9000 vs Samsung DV150F

Below is a detailed analysis of the Olympus 9000 and Samsung DV150F, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Olympus and Samsung. There is a large difference among the resolutions of the 9000 (12MP) and DV150F (16MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The 9000 was released 4 years prior to the DV150F and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a thorough comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the 9000 matches up versus the DV150F in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus 9000 & Samsung DV150F. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus 9000 Gallery & Samsung DV150F Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus 9000 provides exterior dimensions of 96mm x 60mm x 31mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 225 grams (0.50 lbs) and 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).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the 9000 against the DV150F.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the 9000 and DV150F is 92 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements only by viewing specifications. The graphic here should provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 9000 and DV150F.

To sum up, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You can expect to see the Samsung DV150F to result in more detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos a little more aggressively. The older 9000 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.