Samsung DV150F vs Sony NEX-5N
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Samsung DV150F vs Sony NEX-5N Key Specs
(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
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 269g - 111 x 59 x 38mm
- Revealed October 2011
- Old Model is Sony NEX-5
- Newer Model is Sony NEX-5R
Samsung DV150F vs Sony NEX-5N Overview
Let's take a more detailed look at the Samsung DV150F and Sony NEX-5N, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the DV150F (16MP) and the NEX-5N (16MP) is relatively comparable but the DV150F (1/2.3") and NEX-5N (APS-C) boast totally different sensor size.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe DV150F was announced 16 months after the NEX-5N which makes them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung DV150F being a Compact camera and the Sony NEX-5N being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before getting right into a complete comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the DV150F scores vs the NEX-5N in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Samsung DV150F vs Sony NEX-5N Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung DV150F and Sony Alpha NEX-5N. The whole galleries are available at Samsung DV150F Gallery and Sony NEX-5N Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung DV150F over the Sony NEX-5N
DV150F | NEX-5N | |||
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Revealed | January 2013 | October 2011 | More modern by 16 months |
Reasons to pick Sony NEX-5N over the Samsung DV150F
NEX-5N | DV150F | |||
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Focus manually | Very precise focus | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 920k | 460k | Sharper screen (+460k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung DV150F and Sony NEX-5N
DV150F | NEX-5N | |||
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Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Samsung DV150F vs Sony NEX-5N Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and measurements. The Samsung DV150F has got exterior dimensions of 96mm x 55mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs) and the Sony NEX-5N has proportions of 111mm x 59mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).
Check out the Samsung DV150F and Sony NEX-5N in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing at that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the DV150F and the NEX-5N.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the DV150F and NEX-5N is 96 and 89 respectively.
Samsung DV150F vs Sony NEX-5N Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be difficult to see the gap in sensor sizes merely by seeing technical specs. The pic here will provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the DV150F and NEX-5N.
As you can tell, both of the cameras feature the identical resolution albeit not the same sensor sizes. The DV150F comes with the smaller sensor which will make obtaining bokeh tougher. The younger DV150F is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.
Samsung DV150F vs Sony NEX-5N Screen and ViewFinder
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Samsung DV150F vs Sony NEX-5N Specifications
Samsung DV150F | Sony Alpha NEX-5N | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung DV150F | Sony Alpha NEX-5N |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2013-01-07 | 2011-10-03 |
Physical type | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4912 x 3264 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 25 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Sony E |
Lens zoom range | 25-125mm (5.0x) | - |
Highest aperture | f/2.5-6.3 | - |
Number of lenses | - | 121 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 460k dots | 920k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | Rear TFT LCD + 1.5 inch front LCd | Tilt Up 80°, Down 45° TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 12.00 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | - | 1/160s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | AVCHD |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 116 grams (0.26 lbs) | 269 grams (0.59 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 55 x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 111 x 59 x 38mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 77 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.6 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.7 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 1079 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 460 images |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NPFW50 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $150 | $550 |