Olympus VG-160 vs Samsung DV150F
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Olympus VG-160 vs Samsung DV150F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F2.8-6.5) lens
- 125g - 96 x 57 x 19mm
- Released January 2012
(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
- Introduced January 2013

Olympus VG-160 vs Samsung DV150F Overview
Below, we will be matching up the Olympus VG-160 vs Samsung DV150F, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the VG-160 (14MP) and the DV150F (16MP) is pretty close and they possess the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The VG-160 was released 12 months earlier than the DV150F and they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a brief overview of how the VG-160 matches up against the DV150F when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Olympus VG-160 vs Samsung DV150F Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus VG-160 & Samsung DV150F. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus VG-160 Gallery & Samsung DV150F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus VG-160 over the Samsung DV150F
VG-160 | DV150F | |||
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Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Samsung DV150F over the Olympus VG-160
DV150F | VG-160 | |||
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Introduced | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2012 | More recent by 12 months |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Olympus VG-160 and Samsung DV150F
VG-160 | DV150F | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen |
Olympus VG-160 vs Samsung DV150F Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and size. The Olympus VG-160 provides physical measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Samsung DV150F has specifications of 96mm x 55mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).
Examine the Olympus VG-160 vs Samsung DV150F in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at the time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the VG-160 and the DV150F.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the VG-160 and DV150F is 96 and 96 respectively.

Olympus VG-160 vs Samsung DV150F Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very tough to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements merely by viewing specs. The graphic below will provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the VG-160 and DV150F.
As you can plainly see, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Samsung DV150F to provide you with greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The older VG-160 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

Olympus VG-160 vs Samsung DV150F Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus VG-160 vs Samsung DV150F Specifications
Olympus VG-160 | Samsung DV150F | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Olympus | Samsung |
Model | Olympus VG-160 | Samsung DV150F |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2012-01-10 | 2013-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | - |
Highest resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-6.5 | f/2.5-6.3 |
Macro focus range | 7cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | TFT Color LCD | Rear TFT LCD + 1.5 inch front LCd |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.80 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30,15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 180 (30,15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 125 grams (0.28 lb) | 116 grams (0.26 lb) |
Dimensions | 96 x 57 x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 96 x 55 x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 165 pictures | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | LI-70B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $90 | $150 |