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Samsung DV150F vs Sony H55

Portability
96
Imaging
40
Features
29
Overall
35
Samsung DV150F front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H55 front
Portability
92
Imaging
37
Features
28
Overall
33

Samsung DV150F vs Sony H55 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
  • Launched January 2013
Sony H55
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-250mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
  • 200g - 103 x 58 x 29mm
  • Released June 2010
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Samsung DV150F vs Sony H55 Overview

Its time to look more closely at the Samsung DV150F vs Sony H55, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the DV150F (16MP) and the H55 (14MP) is very well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The DV150F was introduced 2 years after the H55 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the DV150F grades against the H55 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Samsung DV150F over the Sony H55

 DV150F H55 
ReleasedJanuary 2013June 2010More modern by 32 months
Display resolution460k230kClearer display (+230k dot)
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Sony H55 over the Samsung DV150F

 H55 DV150F 
Display dimensions3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")

Common features in the Samsung DV150F and Sony H55

 DV150F H55 
Manually focus Lack of manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen

Samsung DV150F vs Sony H55 Physical Comparison

When you are planning to carry around your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Samsung DV150F has got outside 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) whilst the Sony H55 has dimensions of 103mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the DV150F and the H55.

Samsung DV150F vs Sony H55 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the DV150F and H55 is 96 and 92 respectively.

Samsung DV150F vs Sony H55 top view buttons comparison

Samsung DV150F vs Sony H55 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it is very tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reading through a spec sheet. The image here may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the DV150F and H55.

As you can see, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Samsung DV150F to give you extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more modern DV150F provides an edge in sensor technology.

Samsung DV150F vs Sony H55 sensor size comparison

Samsung DV150F vs Sony H55 Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung DV150F vs Sony H55 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung DV150F as a Portrait photography camera
Sony H55 as a Portrait photography camera
35
megapixel count good (16MP)
comes with face detection focusing
manual focus not available
manual exposure not possible
external flash not possible
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
28
MP count decent (14MP)
manual focus not available
no manual exposure
no external flash support
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Samsung DV150F Street photography highlights
Sony H55 Street photography highlights
56
lighter than others in class (116 grams)
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
56
has image stabilization (Optical)
screen is fixed
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Samsung DV150F Sports photography details
Sony H55 Sports photography details
36
megapixel count good (16MP)
comes with tracking autofocus
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
38
has image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (14MP)
lack of shutter priority mode
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Samsung DV150F Travel photography features
Sony H55 Travel photography features
69
lighter than others in class (116g)
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
relatively wide (25mm)
missing Timelapse recording
display is not selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.5)
67
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
rather wide (25mm)
long reach (250mm)
lack of Timelapse function
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Samsung DV150F Landscape photography info
Sony H55 Landscape photography info
34
relatively wide (25mm)
megapixel count good (16MP)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.5)
small screen (2.7 inch)
manual exposure not possible
lack of image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
missing Timelapse recording
42
rather wide (25mm)
screen size is decent (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (14MP)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
no manual exposure
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
lack of Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung DV150F Vlogging highlights
Sony H55 Vlogging highlights
32
relatively wide (25mm)
screen is touchscreen
comes with face detection focusing
lighter than others in class (116 grams)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.5)
display is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
video quality not great (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing external microphone socket
28
rather wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
low video resolution (1280 x 720 resolution)
lack of microphone jack
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Samsung DV150F vs Sony H55 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung DV150F and Sony H55
 Samsung DV150FSony Cyber-shot DSC-H55
General Information
Brand Samsung Sony
Model type Samsung DV150F Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H55
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Launched 2013-01-07 2010-06-16
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor - Bionz
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16MP 14MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4608 x 3456 4320 x 3240
Maximum native ISO 3200 3200
Lowest native ISO 80 80
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
Continuous AF
Single AF
AF tracking
AF selectice
AF center weighted
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Total focus points - 9
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 25-125mm (5.0x) 25-250mm (10.0x)
Maximal aperture f/2.5-6.3 f/3.5-5.5
Macro focusing distance - 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7" 3"
Resolution of screen 460k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Screen tech Rear TFT LCD + 1.5 inch front LCd -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 8 secs 30 secs
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/1600 secs
Continuous shooting speed - 10.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Change WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance - 3.80 m
Flash modes - Auto, On, Slow Syncro, Off
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
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) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 116 grams (0.26 pounds) 200 grams (0.44 pounds)
Physical dimensions 96 x 55 x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") 103 x 58 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery ID - NP-BG1
Self timer Yes Yes (2 or 10 sec, portrait1/ portrait2)
Time lapse shooting
Storage media microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo/ PRO HG-Duo, SD/SDHC, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Pricing at launch $150 $235