Samsung MV800 vs Samsung WB150F
97 Imaging
39 Features
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93 Imaging
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Samsung MV800 vs Samsung WB150F 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" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-432mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 188g - 107 x 61 x 23mm
- Announced January 2012

Samsung MV800 vs Samsung WB150F Overview
Here is a comprehensive comparison of the Samsung MV800 versus Samsung WB150F, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both manufactured by Samsung. The image resolution of the MV800 (16MP) and the WB150F (14MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The MV800 was brought out 4 months prior to the WB150F so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a thorough comparison, here is a brief summation of how the MV800 grades vs the WB150F for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Samsung MV800 vs Samsung WB150F Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung MV800 and Samsung WB150F. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung MV800 Gallery and Samsung WB150F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung MV800 over the Samsung WB150F
MV800 | WB150F | |||
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Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB150F over the Samsung MV800
WB150F | MV800 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing |
Common features in the Samsung MV800 and Samsung WB150F
MV800 | WB150F | |||
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Announced | September 2011 | ![]() | January 2012 | Similar generation |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen measurements |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 460k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen |
Samsung MV800 vs Samsung WB150F Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry your camera, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Samsung MV800 features outer dimensions of 92mm x 56mm x 10mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.4") accompanied by a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) while the Samsung WB150F has measurements of 107mm x 61mm x 23mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).
Check out the Samsung MV800 versus Samsung WB150F in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the MV800 compared to the WB150F.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the MV800 and WB150F is 97 and 93 respectively.

Samsung MV800 vs Samsung WB150F Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizing simply by reading through technical specs. The graphic below may give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the MV800 and WB150F.
As you can tell, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Samsung MV800 to give greater detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures a bit more aggressively.

Samsung MV800 vs Samsung WB150F Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung MV800 vs Samsung WB150F Specifications
Samsung MV800 | Samsung WB150F | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Samsung | Samsung |
Model type | Samsung MV800 | Samsung WB150F |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2011-09-01 | 2012-01-09 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 24-432mm (18.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focusing range | - | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 16 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.20 m | 3.50 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure 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 (30, 15fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 121 grams (0.27 pounds) | 188 grams (0.41 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 92 x 56 x 10mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.4") | 107 x 61 x 23mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | BP70 | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | Micro SD | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $499 | $230 |