Casio EX-ZR700 vs Samsung MV800

In this article, we will be matching up the Casio EX-ZR700 versus Samsung MV800, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Casio and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the EX-ZR700 (16MP) and the MV800 (16MP) is relatively comparable and they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR700 was manufactured 18 months later than the MV800 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a in depth comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the EX-ZR700 matches up against the MV800 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-ZR700 & Samsung MV800. The entire galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR700 Gallery & Samsung MV800 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-ZR700 has got outside measurements of 108mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Samsung MV800 has measurements of 92mm x 56mm x 10mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.4") accompanied by a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using at that time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the EX-ZR700 against the MV800.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR700 and MV800 is 91 and 97 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizing just by seeing a spec sheet. The photograph below might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-ZR700 and MV800.

As you can see, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of pictures however you should factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The more recent EX-ZR700 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.