Nikon L19 vs Samsung MV800

Lets examine more closely at the Nikon L19 vs Samsung MV800, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. There is a sizeable difference between the resolutions of the L19 (8MP) and MV800 (16MP) and the L19 (1/2.5") and MV800 (1/2.3") use different sensor sizes.

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The L19 was introduced 3 years before the MV800 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a in depth comparison, below is a concise summation of how the L19 grades against the MV800 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L19 and Samsung MV800. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon L19 Gallery and Samsung MV800 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon L19 has got external dimensions of 97mm x 61mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Samsung MV800 has sizing of 92mm x 56mm x 10mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.4") and a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon L19 vs Samsung MV800 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the L19 and the MV800.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the L19 and MV800 is 94 and 97 respectively.

Often, its difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes just by going over a spec sheet. The picture underneath will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the L19 and MV800.

As you can see, each of the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The L19 with its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF more challenging and the Samsung MV800 will deliver greater detail using its extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images far more aggressively. The more aged L19 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.