Samsung MV800 vs Sony NEX-5R

Here is a comprehensive analysis of the Samsung MV800 and Sony NEX-5R, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the MV800 (16MP) and the NEX-5R (16MP) is very close but the MV800 (1/2.3") and NEX-5R (APS-C) have different sensor sizes.

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The MV800 was released 12 months prior to the NEX-5R so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras have different body design with the Samsung MV800 being a Compact camera and the Sony NEX-5R being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the MV800 scores against the NEX-5R with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung MV800 and Sony Alpha NEX-5R. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung MV800 Gallery and Sony NEX-5R Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Samsung MV800 has got exterior measurements of 92mm x 56mm x 10mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.4") with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Sony NEX-5R has measurements of 111mm x 59mm x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung MV800 and Sony NEX-5R in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the MV800 and the NEX-5R.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the MV800 and NEX-5R is 97 and 89 respectively.

Typically, it can be hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizing simply by looking through technical specs. The photograph underneath will give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the MV800 and NEX-5R.

As you can tell, each of the cameras provide the same megapixels but different sensor sizing. The MV800 features the smaller sensor which will make getting shallow depth of field trickier. The older MV800 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.