Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Samsung MV800

Here, we will be analyzing the Olympus SZ-16 iHS versus Samsung MV800, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the SZ-16 iHS (16MP) and the MV800 (16MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SZ-16 iHS was released 17 months after the MV800 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a in depth comparison, here is a short overview of how the SZ-16 iHS matches up against the MV800 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SZ-16 iHS and Samsung MV800. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus SZ-16 iHS Gallery and Samsung MV800 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus SZ-16 iHS comes with exterior measurements of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") and a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) whilst the Samsung MV800 has proportions of 92mm x 56mm x 10mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.4") accompanied by a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

Look at the Olympus SZ-16 iHS versus Samsung MV800 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the SZ-16 iHS versus the MV800.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the SZ-16 iHS and MV800 is 89 and 97 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reading through a spec sheet. The pic below might provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ-16 iHS and MV800.

As you can see, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of photos though you should always factor the production date of the products into consideration. The more modern SZ-16 iHS should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.