Samsung MV800 vs Samsung TL240
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Samsung MV800 vs Samsung TL240 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 121g - 92 x 56 x 10mm
- Launched September 2011
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 4800 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 31-217mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
- 160g - 104 x 58 x 20mm
- Announced January 2010
- Other Name is ST5000

Samsung MV800 vs Samsung TL240 Overview
Here, we will be evaluating the Samsung MV800 versus Samsung TL240, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact and both are offered by Samsung. The image resolution of the MV800 (16MP) and the TL240 (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The MV800 was introduced 21 months after the TL240 which makes them a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Samsung MV800 being a Compact camera and the Samsung TL240 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short view of how the MV800 grades against the TL240 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Samsung MV800 vs Samsung TL240 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung MV800 and Samsung TL240. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung MV800 Gallery and Samsung TL240 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung MV800 over the Samsung TL240
MV800 | TL240 | |||
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Announced | September 2011 | ![]() | January 2010 | Newer by 21 months |
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung TL240 over the Samsung MV800
TL240 | MV800 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Screen size | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Common features in the Samsung MV800 and Samsung TL240
MV800 | TL240 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Samsung MV800 vs Samsung TL240 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to travel with your camera often, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Samsung MV800 has exterior 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 TL240 has proportions of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).
Compare the Samsung MV800 versus Samsung TL240 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the MV800 against the TL240.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the MV800 and TL240 is 97 and 95 respectively.

Samsung MV800 vs Samsung TL240 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is difficult to see the difference in sensor dimensions only by researching specifications. The image below may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the MV800 and TL240.
To sum up, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Samsung MV800 to provide you with greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more modern MV800 is going to have an edge in sensor technology.

Samsung MV800 vs Samsung TL240 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung MV800 vs Samsung TL240 Specifications
Samsung MV800 | Samsung TL240 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Samsung | Samsung |
Model | Samsung MV800 | Samsung TL240 |
Also called | - | ST5000 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2011-09-01 | 2010-01-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4334 x 3256 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 4800 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 31-217mm (7.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.3-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | - | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3.5" |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.20 m | 5.00 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30/15 fps), 640 x 480 (30/15 fps), 320 x 240 (30/15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 121g (0.27 lbs) | 160g (0.35 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 92 x 56 x 10mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.4") | 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | BP70 | SLB-11A |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | Micro SD | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at release | $499 | $171 |