Samsung DV150F vs Samsung SL720

Following is a thorough analysis of the Samsung DV150F and Samsung SL720, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Ultracompact and both of them are sold by Samsung. There is a sizable difference among the resolutions of the DV150F (16MP) and SL720 (12MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The DV150F was launched 3 years after the SL720 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung DV150F being a Compact camera and the Samsung SL720 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go through a in depth comparison, below is a concise summary of how the DV150F scores versus the SL720 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung DV150F & Samsung SL720. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung DV150F Gallery & Samsung SL720 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and size. The Samsung DV150F has outside measurements of 96mm x 55mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs) while the Samsung SL720 has specifications of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the DV150F vs the SL720.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the DV150F and SL720 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizes simply by going through specifications. The picture here may offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the DV150F and SL720.

To sum up, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Samsung DV150F to produce extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs far more aggressively. The fresher DV150F is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.