Samsung DV150F vs Sony HX350

Below, we will be matching up the Samsung DV150F versus Sony HX350, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the DV150F (16MP) and the HX350 (20MP) is relatively comparable and they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The DV150F was manufactured 5 years earlier than the HX350 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Samsung DV150F being a Compact camera and the Sony HX350 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the DV150F matches up versus the HX350 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung DV150F & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX350. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung DV150F Gallery & Sony HX350 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera often, you are going to need to think about its weight and size. The Samsung DV150F features physical dimensions 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 Sony HX350 has specifications of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") with a weight of 652 grams (1.44 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung DV150F versus Sony HX350 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the DV150F and the HX350.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the DV150F and HX350 is 96 and 62 respectively.

Normally, it's tough to see the gap in sensor sizing just by seeing technical specs. The photograph here will give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the DV150F and HX350.

As you can tell, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Sony HX350 to show extra detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots much more aggressively. The older DV150F will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.