Samsung MV800 vs Samsung NX11

On this page, we are contrasting the Samsung MV800 vs Samsung NX11, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are sold by Samsung. The resolution of the MV800 (16MP) and the NX11 (15MP) is very close but the MV800 (1/2.3") and NX11 (APS-C) boast totally different sensor size.

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The MV800 was released 9 months later than the NX11 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Samsung MV800 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX11 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise view of how the MV800 grades against the NX11 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung MV800 and Samsung NX11. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung MV800 Gallery and Samsung NX11 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Samsung MV800 enjoys outer dimensions of 92mm x 56mm x 10mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.4") along with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Samsung NX11 has dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") and a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

Examine the Samsung MV800 vs Samsung NX11 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the MV800 compared to the NX11.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the MV800 and NX11 is 97 and 80 respectively.

More often than not, it is very tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizing only by looking through a spec sheet. The graphic here may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the MV800 and NX11.

As you can see, the two cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The MV800 featuring a smaller sensor will make getting shallow depth of field harder and the Samsung MV800 will render more detail as a result of its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images a bit more aggressively. The more modern MV800 is going to have an advantage in sensor innovation.