Samsung DV150F vs Sony S980

The following is a complete comparison of the Samsung DV150F and Sony S980, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Samsung and Sony. There exists a noticeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the DV150F (16MP) and S980 (12MP) but they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The DV150F was manufactured 3 years after the S980 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a brief overview of how the DV150F grades against the S980 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung DV150F & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung DV150F Gallery & Sony S980 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera, you have to take into account its weight and volume. The Samsung DV150F enjoys external 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) whilst the Sony S980 has sizing of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select at the time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the DV150F vs the S980.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the DV150F and S980 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions just by viewing specifications. The picture here should give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the DV150F and S980.

Plainly, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You can anticipate the Samsung DV150F to provide you with greater detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The younger DV150F should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.