Pentax MX-1 vs Samsung MV800

On this page, we will be evaluating the Pentax MX-1 versus Samsung MV800, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Pentax and Samsung. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the MX-1 (12MP) and MV800 (16MP) and the MX-1 (1/1.7") and MV800 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor sizing.

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The MX-1 was launched 23 months after the MV800 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a full comparison, here is a concise summary of how the MX-1 matches up against the MV800 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax MX-1 and Samsung MV800. The complete galleries are available at Pentax MX-1 Gallery and Samsung MV800 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Pentax MX-1 comes with outer measurements of 122mm x 61mm x 51mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 2.0") along with a weight of 391 grams (0.86 lbs) whilst the Samsung MV800 has proportions of 92mm x 56mm x 10mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.4") having a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

Take a look at the Pentax MX-1 versus Samsung MV800 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose during that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the MX-1 versus the MV800.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the MX-1 and MV800 is 84 and 97 respectively.

Normally, it is very tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizes just by looking at technical specs. The picture here will give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the MX-1 and MV800.

As you have seen, both cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The MX-1 featuring a bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Samsung MV800 will give you greater detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The newer MX-1 will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.