Samsung MV800 vs Sony a3500

The following is a complete comparison of the Samsung MV800 vs Sony a3500, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the MV800 (16MP) and the a3500 (20MP) is relatively well matched but the MV800 (1/2.3") and a3500 (APS-C) offer different sensor dimensions.

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The MV800 was announced 3 years earlier than the a3500 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Samsung MV800 being a Compact camera and the Sony a3500 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the MV800 matches up vs the a3500 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung MV800 and Sony Alpha a3500. The whole galleries are available at Samsung MV800 Gallery and Sony a3500 Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera, you will need to factor its weight and size. The Samsung MV800 features outside dimensions of 92mm x 56mm x 10mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.4") having a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Sony a3500 has specifications of 128mm x 91mm x 85mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 3.3") and a weight of 411 grams (0.91 lbs).

Examine the Samsung MV800 vs Sony a3500 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the MV800 against the a3500.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the MV800 and a3500 is 97 and 69 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to picture the difference between sensor dimensions purely by looking at technical specs. The picture here may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the MV800 and a3500.

As you have seen, both the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The MV800 with its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF trickier and the Sony a3500 will give you extra detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more aged MV800 is going to be behind in sensor technology.