Samsung DV150F vs Sony HX99

Here, we are reviewing the Samsung DV150F versus Sony HX99, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the DV150F (16MP) and the HX99 (18MP) is very comparable but the DV150F (1/2.3") and HX99 (1/2.3-inch) offer different sensor size.

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The DV150F was revealed 6 years before the HX99 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a in depth comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the DV150F scores against the HX99 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung DV150F & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX99. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung DV150F Gallery & Sony HX99 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The Samsung DV150F features physical measurements of 96mm x 55mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs) and the Sony HX99 has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") and a weight of 242 grams (0.53 lbs).

Look at the Samsung DV150F versus Sony HX99 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the DV150F and the HX99.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the DV150F and HX99 is 96 and 91 respectively.

Often, its difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizing purely by checking out a spec sheet. The photograph here might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the DV150F and HX99.

As you can see, both of these cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The DV150F with its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field simpler and the Sony HX99 will produce greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The older DV150F will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.