Samsung MV800 vs Samsung WB30F

Following is a extended assessment of the Samsung MV800 and Samsung WB30F, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and they are both created by Samsung. The sensor resolution of the MV800 (16MP) and the WB30F (16MP) is fairly close and they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The MV800 was introduced 16 months prior to the WB30F making the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a in depth comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the MV800 scores versus the WB30F when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung MV800 and Samsung WB30F. The whole galleries are available at Samsung MV800 Gallery and Samsung WB30F Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Samsung MV800 offers physical 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) while the Samsung WB30F has specifications of 98mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).

Examine the Samsung MV800 and Samsung WB30F in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select at that moment. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the MV800 vs the WB30F.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the MV800 and WB30F is 97 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to see the difference in sensor sizes merely by viewing specs. The picture here will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the MV800 and WB30F.

All in all, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the identical resolution and you should expect comparable quality of images but you really should consider the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged MV800 will be behind in sensor tech.