Clicky

Samsung DV150F vs Samsung GX-1L

Portability
96
Imaging
40
Features
29
Overall
35
Samsung DV150F front
 
Samsung GX-1L front
Portability
69
Imaging
45
Features
36
Overall
41

Samsung DV150F vs Samsung GX-1L Key Specs

Samsung DV150F
(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
  • Released January 2013
Samsung GX-1L
(Full Review)
  • 6MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 200 - 3200
  • No Video
  • Pentax KAF Mount
  • 570g - 125 x 93 x 66mm
  • Introduced February 2006
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modes

Samsung DV150F vs Samsung GX-1L Overview

On this page, we are contrasting the Samsung DV150F versus Samsung GX-1L, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Advanced DSLR and they are both built by Samsung. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the DV150F (16MP) and GX-1L (6MP) and the DV150F (1/2.3") and GX-1L (APS-C) posses totally different sensor size.

Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created Images

The DV150F was announced 6 years after the GX-1L which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Samsung DV150F being a Compact camera and the Samsung GX-1L being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before getting into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the DV150F scores vs the GX-1L with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firms
	
	

Reasons to pick Samsung DV150F over the Samsung GX-1L

 DV150F GX-1L 
IntroducedJanuary 2013February 2006More modern by 84 months
Display dimensions2.7"2.5"Larger display (+0.2")
Display resolution460k210kSharper display (+250k dot)
Touch display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Samsung GX-1L over the Samsung DV150F

 GX-1L DV150F 
Focus manually More precise focus

Common features in the Samsung DV150F and Samsung GX-1L

 DV150F GX-1L 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither offers selfie screen

Samsung DV150F vs Samsung GX-1L Physical Comparison

If you are planning to carry around your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and proportions. The Samsung DV150F offers outside measurements of 96mm x 55mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs) whilst the Samsung GX-1L has measurements of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") accompanied by a weight of 570 grams (1.26 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung DV150F versus Samsung GX-1L in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the DV150F and the GX-1L.

Samsung DV150F vs Samsung GX-1L size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the DV150F and GX-1L is 96 and 69 respectively.

Samsung DV150F vs Samsung GX-1L top view buttons comparison

Samsung DV150F vs Samsung GX-1L Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is very tough to see the difference in sensor sizes just by going through specifications. The image here will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the DV150F and GX-1L.

Plainly, the 2 cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The DV150F with its smaller sensor will make achieving bokeh more difficult and the Samsung DV150F will show greater detail with its extra 10MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more modern DV150F is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.

Samsung DV150F vs Samsung GX-1L sensor size comparison

Samsung DV150F vs Samsung GX-1L Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung DV150F vs Samsung GX-1L Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhone

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung DV150F as a Portrait photography camera
Samsung GX-1L as a Portrait photography camera
35
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
has face detect autofocus
lack of manual focus
manual exposure not available
can't use external flash
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
51
focusing manually
good sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW files
doesn't have liveview
sensor resolution low (6 megapixels)
Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealing

Street Comparison

Street photography with Samsung DV150F
Street photography with Samsung GX-1L
56
lighter than others (116g)
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
60
good sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW files
lighter than others (570g)
screen is fixed
lack of image stabilization
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD Cards

Sports Comparison

Samsung DV150F as a Sports photography camera
Samsung GX-1L as a Sports photography camera
36
MP count decent (16MP)
has tracking focus
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
39
good sensor size (APS-C)
supports phase detect AF
doesn't have liveview
slow frames per second (3.0 frames per second)
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution low (6 megapixels)
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music video

Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Samsung DV150F
Travel photography with Samsung GX-1L
69
lighter than others (116 grams)
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
pretty wide (25mm)
missing Timelapse mode
does not feature selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.5)
52
lighter than others (570g)
has built in flash
lack of Time Lapse recording
sensor resolution low (6MP)
does not have selfie friendly screen
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or ban

Landscape Comparison

Samsung DV150F as a Landscape photography camera
Samsung GX-1L as a Landscape photography camera
34
pretty wide (25mm)
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.5)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inches)
manual exposure not available
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
missing Timelapse mode
47
focusing manually
change lenses (Pentax KAF mount)
good sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW files
screen is small (2.5 inch)
doesn't have liveview
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution low (6MP)
lack of Time Lapse recording
Photography Glossary

Vlogging Comparison

Samsung DV150F Vlogging details
Samsung GX-1L Vlogging details
32
pretty wide (25mm)
touchscreen functionality
has face detect autofocus
lighter than others (116 grams)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.5)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing microphone jack
9
lack of video recording
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next month

Samsung DV150F vs Samsung GX-1L Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung DV150F and Samsung GX-1L
 Samsung DV150FSamsung GX-1L
General Information
Brand Name Samsung Samsung
Model Samsung DV150F Samsung GX-1L
Type Small Sensor Compact Advanced DSLR
Released 2013-01-07 2006-02-24
Body design Compact Mid-size SLR
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" APS-C
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 23.5 x 15.7mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 369.0mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixel 6 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio - 3:2
Highest Possible resolution 4608 x 3456 3008 x 2008
Maximum native ISO 3200 3200
Min native ISO 80 200
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Number of focus points - 5
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens Pentax KAF
Lens focal range 25-125mm (5.0x) -
Maximum aperture f/2.5-6.3 -
Amount of lenses - 151
Focal length multiplier 5.8 1.5
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7 inches 2.5 inches
Screen resolution 460k dot 210k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Screen technology Rear TFT LCD + 1.5 inch front LCd -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None Optical (pentamirror)
Viewfinder coverage - 96 percent
Viewfinder magnification - 0.57x
Features
Min shutter speed 8 secs 30 secs
Max shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/4000 secs
Continuous shutter speed - 3.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range - 7.50 m
Flash options - Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Max flash sync - 1/180 secs
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) -
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 None
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 -
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 116 gr (0.26 pounds) 570 gr (1.26 pounds)
Physical dimensions 96 x 55 x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") 125 x 93 x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 model - 4 x AA
Self timer Yes Yes (2 or 12 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage media microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC SD/MMC card
Storage slots Single Single
Launch pricing $150 $0