Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Samsung MV800

Lets examine more in depth at the Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Samsung MV800, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are built by Samsung. The image resolution of the Galaxy Camera (16MP) and the MV800 (16MP) is relatively close and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Galaxy Camera was released 18 months after the MV800 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the Galaxy Camera matches up vs the MV800 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung Galaxy Camera and Samsung MV800. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery and Samsung MV800 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera often, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Samsung Galaxy Camera features outer dimensions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") having a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs) and 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).

Take a look at the Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Samsung MV800 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the Galaxy Camera compared to the MV800.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Galaxy Camera and MV800 is 90 and 97 respectively.

More often than not, it can be hard to see the gap in sensor sizes simply by viewing specs. The pic below will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Galaxy Camera and MV800.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of photos though you should consider the release date of the cameras into account. The more recent Galaxy Camera will have a benefit in sensor innovation.