Samsung DV150F vs Samsung NX11

Below, we are matching up the Samsung DV150F vs Samsung NX11, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both are manufactured by Samsung. The image resolution of the DV150F (16MP) and the NX11 (15MP) is fairly comparable but the DV150F (1/2.3") and NX11 (APS-C) use totally different sensor sizes.

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The DV150F was brought out 2 years after the NX11 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Samsung DV150F being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX11 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a brief summary of how the DV150F grades against the NX11 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung DV150F & Samsung NX11. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung DV150F Gallery & Samsung NX11 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Samsung DV150F offers outer measurements of 96mm x 55mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs) while the Samsung NX11 has measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") along with a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

Look at the Samsung DV150F vs Samsung NX11 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the DV150F compared to the NX11.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the DV150F and NX11 is 96 and 80 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to see the difference in sensor sizes simply by checking out specs. The pic below will provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the DV150F and NX11.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The DV150F because of its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower DOF tougher and the Samsung DV150F will show extra detail having its extra 1MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics much more aggressively. The more modern DV150F is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.