Olympus SP-610UZ vs Samsung MV800
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Olympus SP-610UZ vs Samsung MV800 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-616mm (F3.3-5.7) lens
- 405g - 107 x 73 x 73mm
- Released January 2011
- Earlier Model is Olympus SP-600 UZ
- Later Model is Olympus SP-620 UZ
(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
- Announced September 2011

Olympus SP-610UZ vs Samsung MV800 Overview
Following is a in-depth analysis of the Olympus SP-610UZ and Samsung MV800, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the SP-610UZ (14MP) and the MV800 (16MP) is very similar and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The SP-610UZ was launched 7 months before the MV800 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a quick summary of how the SP-610UZ matches up versus the MV800 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Olympus SP-610UZ vs Samsung MV800 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SP-610UZ and Samsung MV800. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-610UZ Gallery and Samsung MV800 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-610UZ over the Samsung MV800
SP-610UZ | MV800 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung MV800 over the Olympus SP-610UZ
MV800 | SP-610UZ | |||
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Announced | September 2011 | ![]() | January 2011 | More modern by 7 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Olympus SP-610UZ and Samsung MV800
SP-610UZ | MV800 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen |
Olympus SP-610UZ vs Samsung MV800 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry around your camera, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SP-610UZ has physical measurements of 107mm x 73mm x 73mm (4.2" x 2.9" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) while the Samsung MV800 has dimensions of 92mm x 56mm x 10mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.4") and a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).
Contrast the Olympus SP-610UZ and Samsung MV800 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the SP-610UZ versus the MV800.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the SP-610UZ and MV800 is 79 and 97 respectively.

Olympus SP-610UZ vs Samsung MV800 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is difficult to see the difference between sensor sizes purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The picture here will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SP-610UZ and MV800.
As you can see, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Samsung MV800 to offer greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images far more aggressively. The more aged SP-610UZ is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

Olympus SP-610UZ vs Samsung MV800 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus SP-610UZ vs Samsung MV800 Specifications
Olympus SP-610UZ | Samsung MV800 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Samsung |
Model type | Olympus SP-610UZ | Samsung MV800 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2011-01-06 | 2011-09-01 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic III | - |
Sensor type | CCD | 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 | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 11 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-616mm (22.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-5.7 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.30 m | 3.20 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30/15 fps), 640 x 480 (30/15 fps), 320 x 240 (30/15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 405 grams (0.89 pounds) | 121 grams (0.27 pounds) |
Dimensions | 107 x 73 x 73mm (4.2" x 2.9" x 2.9") | 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 | 340 images | - |
Style of battery | AA | - |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | BP70 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Micro SD |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $299 | $499 |