Samsung MV800 vs Sony A350

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Samsung MV800 versus Sony A350, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the MV800 (16MP) and the A350 (14MP) is relatively well matched but the MV800 (1/2.3") and A350 (APS-C) enjoy different sensor sizes.

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The MV800 was brought out 3 years later than the A350 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung MV800 being a Compact camera and the Sony A350 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go through a in depth comparison, below is a simple view of how the MV800 grades against the A350 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung MV800 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A350. The entire galleries are available at Samsung MV800 Gallery and Sony A350 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and volume. The Samsung MV800 has outside measurements of 92mm x 56mm x 10mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.4") along with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Sony A350 has sizing of 131mm x 99mm x 75mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") and a weight of 674 grams (1.49 lbs).

Check out the Samsung MV800 versus Sony A350 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the MV800 vs the A350.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the MV800 and A350 is 97 and 62 respectively.

Often, it's tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing just by checking specs. The graphic below will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the MV800 and A350.

All in all, both of those cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The MV800 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF trickier and the Samsung MV800 will give more detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots much more aggressively. The fresher MV800 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.