Olympus SP-565UZ vs Samsung MV800

In this article, we will be reviewing the Olympus SP-565UZ vs Samsung MV800, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Olympus and Samsung. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the SP-565UZ (10MP) and MV800 (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SP-565UZ was introduced 3 years before the MV800 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the SP-565UZ grades against the MV800 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SP-565UZ and Samsung MV800. The whole galleries are available at Olympus SP-565UZ Gallery and Samsung MV800 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SP-565UZ enjoys exterior dimensions of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") having a weight of 413 grams (0.91 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).

Examine the Olympus SP-565UZ vs Samsung MV800 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use at the time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the SP-565UZ versus the MV800.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SP-565UZ and MV800 is 72 and 97 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizes purely by seeing specs. The pic underneath might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SP-565UZ and MV800.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Samsung MV800 to show extra detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged SP-565UZ will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.