Nikon Z50 vs Samsung MV800

Let's take a deeper look at the Nikon Z50 vs Samsung MV800, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. There exists a huge gap between the resolutions of the Z50 (21MP) and MV800 (16MP) and the Z50 (APS-C) and MV800 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor dimensions.

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The Z50 was brought out 8 years later than the MV800 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Nikon Z50 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung MV800 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a simple overview of how the Z50 grades against the MV800 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Z50 and Samsung MV800. The entire galleries are available at Nikon Z50 Gallery and Samsung MV800 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Nikon Z50 features external dimensions of 127mm x 94mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.4") along with a weight of 397 grams (0.88 lbs) while 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).

Examine the Nikon Z50 vs Samsung MV800 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using during that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the Z50 versus the MV800.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z50 and MV800 is 74 and 97 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to see the difference between sensor sizing simply by looking at a spec sheet. The photograph below may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Z50 and MV800.

Clearly, both cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Z50 featuring a larger sensor will make getting shallower DOF easier and the Nikon Z50 will give you greater detail having its extra 5 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop images a little more aggressively. The more recent Z50 will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.