Casio EX-ZR400 vs Samsung MV800
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Casio EX-ZR400 vs Samsung MV800 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 205g - 105 x 59 x 29mm
- Introduced January 2013
(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
- Revealed September 2011

Casio EX-ZR400 vs Samsung MV800 Overview
Here, we will be contrasting the Casio EX-ZR400 and Samsung MV800, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Casio and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the EX-ZR400 (16MP) and the MV800 (16MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR400 was released 18 months after the MV800 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a simple summary of how the EX-ZR400 scores vs the MV800 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Casio EX-ZR400 vs Samsung MV800 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-ZR400 and Samsung MV800. The complete galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR400 Gallery and Samsung MV800 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR400 over the Samsung MV800
EX-ZR400 | MV800 | |||
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Revealed | January 2013 | ![]() | September 2011 | Newer by 18 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 460k | Clearer screen (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung MV800 over the Casio EX-ZR400
MV800 | EX-ZR400 | |||
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Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-ZR400 and Samsung MV800
EX-ZR400 | MV800 | |||
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Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen |
Casio EX-ZR400 vs Samsung MV800 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera regularly, you have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-ZR400 provides outer measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) and 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).
Take a look at the Casio EX-ZR400 and Samsung MV800 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the EX-ZR400 compared to the MV800.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZR400 and MV800 is 92 and 97 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR400 vs Samsung MV800 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be hard to see the contrast in sensor dimensions just by seeing technical specs. The image underneath will help offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZR400 and MV800.
As you can tell, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical resolution so you should expect comparable quality of photos though you should always consider the production date of the cameras into account. The fresher EX-ZR400 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.

Casio EX-ZR400 vs Samsung MV800 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-ZR400 vs Samsung MV800 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR400 | Samsung MV800 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Samsung |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-ZR400 | Samsung MV800 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2013-01-29 | 2011-09-01 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Exilim Engine HS | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | 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 | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 461k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 30.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.70 m | 3.20 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (15, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 512 x 384 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 160 (480 fps) 224 x 64 (1000 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 | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 205g (0.45 lb) | 121g (0.27 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 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 | 500 photographs | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NP-130 | BP70 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Micro SD |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $0 | $499 |