Pentax VS20 vs Samsung MV800

Here, we will be matching up the Pentax VS20 vs Samsung MV800, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Pentax and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the VS20 (16MP) and the MV800 (16MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The VS20 was brought out 5 months later than the MV800 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a thorough comparison, here is a brief summation of how the VS20 matches up vs the MV800 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax Optio VS20 and Samsung MV800. The entire galleries are available at Pentax VS20 Gallery and Samsung MV800 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Pentax VS20 features outside dimensions of 111mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.5") with a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs) whilst 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).

Take a look at the Pentax VS20 vs Samsung MV800 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the VS20 against the MV800.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the VS20 and MV800 is 90 and 97 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to envision the contrast in sensor measurements purely by seeing a spec sheet. The graphic here should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the VS20 and MV800.

As you can see, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of photographs however you will want to consider the production date of the cameras into account.