Samsung DV150F vs Samsung NX20

Here is a extensive assessment of the Samsung DV150F versus Samsung NX20, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless and both of them are manufactured by Samsung. The resolution of the DV150F (16MP) and the NX20 (20MP) is fairly well matched but the DV150F (1/2.3") and NX20 (APS-C) come with different sensor size.

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The DV150F was released 9 months later than the NX20 so they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung DV150F being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX20 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the DV150F scores vs the NX20 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung DV150F & Samsung NX20. The complete galleries are available at Samsung DV150F Gallery & Samsung NX20 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The Samsung DV150F enjoys exterior measurements of 96mm x 55mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs) and the Samsung NX20 has sizing of 122mm x 90mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 1.6") along with a weight of 341 grams (0.75 lbs).

Analyze the Samsung DV150F versus Samsung NX20 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the DV150F vs the NX20.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the DV150F and NX20 is 96 and 83 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizing purely by checking specs. The photograph here might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the DV150F and NX20.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The DV150F due to its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF more challenging and the Samsung NX20 will give you extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will let you crop pics far more aggressively. The more modern DV150F should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.