Olympus VH-515 vs Samsung ST150F

The following is a comprehensive comparison of the Olympus VH-515 versus Samsung ST150F, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Samsung. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the VH-515 (12MP) and ST150F (16MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The VH-515 was introduced 4 months earlier than the ST150F which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a detailed comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the VH-515 matches up against the ST150F when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus VH-515 and Samsung ST150F. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus VH-515 Gallery and Samsung ST150F Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and size. The Olympus VH-515 features outside dimensions of 102mm x 60mm x 21mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") and a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Samsung ST150F has specifications of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).

Check the Olympus VH-515 versus Samsung ST150F in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the VH-515 vs the ST150F.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the VH-515 and ST150F is 95 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to picture the gap in sensor dimensions merely by looking through specs. The pic below may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the VH-515 and ST150F.

All in all, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should expect to see the Samsung ST150F to result in extra detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos more aggressively.