Samsung DV150F vs Sony TX1

Here, we will be evaluating the Samsung DV150F versus Sony TX1, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Samsung and Sony. There is a crucial difference among the resolutions of the DV150F (16MP) and TX1 (10MP) and the DV150F (1/2.3") and TX1 (1/2.4") posses totally different sensor measurements.

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The DV150F was brought out 3 years after the TX1 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung DV150F being a Compact camera and the Sony TX1 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick summation of how the DV150F matches up versus the TX1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung DV150F and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung DV150F Gallery and Sony TX1 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera often, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Samsung DV150F has outer 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) while the Sony TX1 has dimensions of 94mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Check the Samsung DV150F versus Sony TX1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Below is a front view scale comparison of the DV150F and the TX1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the DV150F and TX1 is 96 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizes only by researching a spec sheet. The image here will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the DV150F and TX1.

Clearly, each of the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The DV150F because of its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Samsung DV150F will render extra detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The fresher DV150F is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.