Samsung EX2F vs Samsung MV800

Following is a complete comparison of the Samsung EX2F vs Samsung MV800, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and they are both sold by Samsung. There exists a sizable gap between the sensor resolutions of the EX2F (12MP) and MV800 (16MP) and the EX2F (1/1.7") and MV800 (1/2.3") offer different sensor sizing.

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The EX2F was revealed 16 months after the MV800 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a short summary of how the EX2F matches up vs the MV800 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung EX2F & Samsung MV800. The full galleries are available at Samsung EX2F Gallery & Samsung MV800 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and size. The Samsung EX2F enjoys outside measurements of 112mm x 62mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs) while the Samsung MV800 has specifications of 92mm x 56mm x 10mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.4") and a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

Examine the Samsung EX2F vs Samsung MV800 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the EX2F vs the MV800.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX2F and MV800 is 90 and 97 respectively.

Typically, its difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizes purely by checking technical specs. The image underneath might offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX2F and MV800.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The EX2F with its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Samsung MV800 will give greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more modern EX2F should have an edge in sensor technology.