Canon A3500 IS vs Samsung MV800
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Canon A3500 IS vs Samsung MV800 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 135g - 98 x 56 x 20mm
- Launched January 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 121g - 92 x 56 x 10mm
- Released September 2011

Canon A3500 IS vs Samsung MV800 Overview
Below, we are evaluating the Canon A3500 IS versus Samsung MV800, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Canon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the A3500 IS (16MP) and the MV800 (16MP) is very comparable and they possess the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The A3500 IS was announced 17 months later than the MV800 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a quick summary of how the A3500 IS grades vs the MV800 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon A3500 IS vs Samsung MV800 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A3500 IS and Samsung MV800. The whole galleries are available at Canon A3500 IS Gallery and Samsung MV800 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A3500 IS over the Samsung MV800
A3500 IS | MV800 | |||
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Released | January 2013 | ![]() | September 2011 | Fresher by 17 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung MV800 over the Canon A3500 IS
MV800 | A3500 IS | |||
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Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Canon A3500 IS and Samsung MV800
A3500 IS | MV800 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Canon A3500 IS vs Samsung MV800 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon A3500 IS provides physical measurements of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) while 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).
Check out the Canon A3500 IS versus Samsung MV800 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is the front view size comparison of the A3500 IS and the MV800.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the A3500 IS and MV800 is 96 and 97 respectively.

Canon A3500 IS vs Samsung MV800 Sensor Comparison
Usually, its tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizing simply by seeing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the A3500 IS and MV800.
Clearly, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of images but you may want to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The younger A3500 IS will have an edge in sensor tech.

Canon A3500 IS vs Samsung MV800 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A3500 IS vs Samsung MV800 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A3500 IS | Samsung MV800 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Samsung |
Model | Canon PowerShot A3500 IS | Samsung MV800 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2013-01-07 | 2011-09-01 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 4 | - |
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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 8 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 3.20 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30/15 fps), 640 x 480 (30/15 fps), 320 x 240 (30/15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 135 gr (0.30 lbs) | 121 gr (0.27 lbs) |
Dimensions | 98 x 56 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 92 x 56 x 10mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 200 shots | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-11L | BP70 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Micro SD |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $115 | $499 |