Olympus TG-870 vs Samsung MV800

In this write-up, we are matching up the Olympus TG-870 and Samsung MV800, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Olympus and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the TG-870 (16MP) and the MV800 (16MP) is very similar and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The TG-870 was introduced 4 years later than the MV800 and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus TG-870 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung MV800 being a Compact camera.

Before getting straight into a in depth comparison, below is a quick overview of how the TG-870 scores versus the MV800 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus Tough TG-870 & Samsung MV800. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus TG-870 Gallery & Samsung MV800 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-870 has got exterior measurements of 113mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Samsung MV800 has proportions of 92mm x 56mm x 10mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.4") and a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

Look at the Olympus TG-870 and Samsung MV800 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose at the time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the TG-870 versus the MV800.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TG-870 and MV800 is 91 and 97 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizing purely by reviewing technical specs. The photograph underneath may give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-870 and MV800.

As you can tell, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical resolution and you can expect similar quality of pictures but you should consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The younger TG-870 should have a benefit in sensor tech.