Canon G16 vs Samsung MV800
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Canon G16 vs Samsung MV800 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F1.8-2.8) lens
- 356g - 109 x 76 x 40mm
- Introduced November 2013
- Old Model is Canon G15
(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
- Introduced September 2011
Canon G16 vs Samsung MV800 Overview
Below is a extensive assessment of the Canon G16 and Samsung MV800, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Canon and Samsung. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the G16 (12MP) and MV800 (16MP) and the G16 (1/1.7") and MV800 (1/2.3") have different sensor sizing.
Photography GlossaryThe G16 was brought out 2 years later than the MV800 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a in-depth comparison, here is a short highlight of how the G16 matches up vs the MV800 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Canon G16 vs Samsung MV800 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G16 and Samsung MV800. The entire galleries are available at Canon G16 Gallery and Samsung MV800 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon G16 over the Samsung MV800
G16 | MV800 | |||
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Introduced | November 2013 | September 2011 | More recent by 28 months | |
Manual focus | More precise focusing | |||
Screen resolution | 922k | 460k | Crisper screen (+462k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung MV800 over the Canon G16
MV800 | G16 | |||
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Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Canon G16 and Samsung MV800
G16 | MV800 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen measurement | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen |
Canon G16 vs Samsung MV800 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Canon G16 comes with outer measurements of 109mm x 76mm x 40mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 1.6") along with a weight of 356 grams (0.78 lbs) whilst the Samsung MV800 has specifications of 92mm x 56mm x 10mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.4") and a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).
Contrast the Canon G16 and Samsung MV800 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the G16 compared to the MV800.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the G16 and MV800 is 85 and 97 respectively.
Canon G16 vs Samsung MV800 Sensor Comparison
Often, it's difficult to imagine the difference in sensor measurements just by checking out a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the G16 and MV800.
Clearly, each of the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The G16 because of its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Samsung MV800 will show greater detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The newer G16 should have a benefit in sensor innovation.
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Canon G16 vs Samsung MV800 Specifications
Canon PowerShot G16 | Samsung MV800 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Samsung |
Model | Canon PowerShot G16 | Samsung MV800 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2013-11-25 | 2011-09-01 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 6 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 41.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/1.8-2.8 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 4.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 922k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | TFT PureColor II G LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 80 percent | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 12.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m | 3.20 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Second Curtain | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/2000s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 or 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30/15 fps), 640 x 480 (30/15 fps), 320 x 240 (30/15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | 356g (0.78 lb) | 121g (0.27 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 109 x 76 x 40mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 1.6") | 92 x 56 x 10mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 54 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 21.0 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.7 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 230 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 360 photographs | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-10L | BP70 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Micro SD |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $499 | $499 |