Canon A2200 vs Samsung MV800
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Canon A2200 vs Samsung MV800 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 135g - 93 x 57 x 24mm
- Released January 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 121g - 92 x 56 x 10mm
- Launched September 2011

Canon A2200 vs Samsung MV800 Overview
Below, we will be looking at the Canon A2200 vs Samsung MV800, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Canon and Samsung. The resolution of the A2200 (14MP) and the MV800 (16MP) is relatively close and they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

The A2200 was unveiled 7 months before the MV800 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the A2200 matches up versus the MV800 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon A2200 vs Samsung MV800 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A2200 and Samsung MV800. The full galleries are viewable at Canon A2200 Gallery and Samsung MV800 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A2200 over the Samsung MV800
A2200 | MV800 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung MV800 over the Canon A2200
MV800 | A2200 | |||
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Launched | September 2011 | ![]() | January 2011 | More modern by 7 months |
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Canon A2200 and Samsung MV800
A2200 | MV800 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen |
Canon A2200 vs Samsung MV800 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon A2200 provides outer dimensions of 93mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Samsung MV800 has dimensions of 92mm x 56mm x 10mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.4") accompanied by a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).
See the Canon A2200 vs Samsung MV800 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at the time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the A2200 versus the MV800.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the A2200 and MV800 is 95 and 97 respectively.

Canon A2200 vs Samsung MV800 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes just by researching specifications. The picture below might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the A2200 and MV800.
Plainly, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You should count on the Samsung MV800 to provide you with extra detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The more aged A2200 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

Canon A2200 vs Samsung MV800 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A2200 vs Samsung MV800 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A2200 | Samsung MV800 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Samsung |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A2200 | Samsung MV800 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2011-01-05 | 2011-09-01 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | 3.20 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30/15 fps), 640 x 480 (30/15 fps), 320 x 240 (30/15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | 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 | 135 gr (0.30 pounds) | 121 gr (0.27 pounds) |
Dimensions | 93 x 57 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 92 x 56 x 10mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.4") |
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 life | 280 pictures | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-8L | BP70 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HCMMCplus | Micro SD |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $139 | $499 |