Nikon S800c vs Samsung MV800
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Nikon S800c vs Samsung MV800 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 184g - 111 x 60 x 27mm
- Introduced February 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
- Launched September 2011

Nikon S800c vs Samsung MV800 Overview
Here is a in depth comparison of the Nikon S800c vs Samsung MV800, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Nikon and Samsung. The resolution of the S800c (16MP) and the MV800 (16MP) is very close and both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The S800c was brought out 18 months later than the MV800 making them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise view of how the S800c grades against the MV800 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon S800c vs Samsung MV800 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S800c & Samsung MV800. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon S800c Gallery & Samsung MV800 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S800c over the Samsung MV800
S800c | MV800 | |||
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Launched | February 2013 | ![]() | September 2011 | Fresher by 18 months |
Display dimensions | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 819k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper display (+359k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung MV800 over the Nikon S800c
MV800 | S800c | |||
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Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Common features in the Nikon S800c and Samsung MV800
S800c | MV800 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Nikon S800c vs Samsung MV800 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and volume. The Nikon S800c comes with exterior measurements of 111mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 184 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Samsung MV800 has sizing of 92mm x 56mm x 10mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.4") with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).
Examine the Nikon S800c vs Samsung MV800 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the S800c versus the MV800.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the S800c and MV800 is 93 and 97 respectively.

Nikon S800c vs Samsung MV800 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's hard to envision the difference in sensor sizing simply by researching a spec sheet. The visual below should give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the S800c and MV800.
Clearly, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels and you can expect comparable quality of files however you have to consider the age of the cameras into account. The newer S800c will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.

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Nikon S800c vs Samsung MV800 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S800c | Samsung MV800 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Samsung |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S800c | Samsung MV800 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2013-02-04 | 2011-09-01 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed C2 | - |
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 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-250mm (10.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.2-5.8 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen size | 3.5 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 819 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | OLED panel with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 8.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.20 m |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (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) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 184 gr (0.41 pounds) | 121 gr (0.27 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 111 x 60 x 27mm (4.4" x 2.4" 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 | 140 photos | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | BP70 |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 seconds) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC | Micro SD |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $290 | $499 |