Samsung MV800 vs Sony HX200V

Let's look much closer at the Samsung MV800 and Sony HX200V, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the MV800 (16MP) and the HX200V (18MP) is very comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The MV800 was released 8 months prior to the HX200V so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Samsung MV800 being a Compact camera and the Sony HX200V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the MV800 grades against the HX200V with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung MV800 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX200V. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung MV800 Gallery and Sony HX200V Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and volume. The Samsung MV800 has exterior 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) and the Sony HX200V has sizing of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") accompanied by a weight of 583 grams (1.29 lbs).

Analyze the Samsung MV800 and Sony HX200V in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have at the time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the MV800 and the HX200V.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the MV800 and HX200V is 97 and 66 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizing merely by checking out technical specs. The graphic underneath should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the MV800 and HX200V.

As you have seen, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Sony HX200V to provide greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The older MV800 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.