Samsung MV800 vs Samsung NX1000

Lets look more closely at the Samsung MV800 vs Samsung NX1000, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both are manufactured by Samsung. The image resolution of the MV800 (16MP) and the NX1000 (20MP) is pretty comparable but the MV800 (1/2.3") and NX1000 (APS-C) possess totally different sensor sizes.

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The MV800 was launched 7 months earlier than the NX1000 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Samsung MV800 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX1000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the MV800 matches up against the NX1000 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung MV800 and Samsung NX1000. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung MV800 Gallery and Samsung NX1000 Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and size. The Samsung MV800 enjoys outside dimensions of 92mm x 56mm x 10mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.4") having a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Samsung NX1000 has specifications of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") and a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

Look at the Samsung MV800 vs Samsung NX1000 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the MV800 compared to the NX1000.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the MV800 and NX1000 is 97 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, its hard to visualise the gap in sensor measurements just by seeing specifications. The photograph below will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the MV800 and NX1000.

Plainly, the two cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The MV800 due to its smaller sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field trickier and the Samsung NX1000 will show extra detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots much more aggressively. The older MV800 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.