Samsung MV800 vs Sony S2000

Here, we will be comparing the Samsung MV800 versus Sony S2000, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the MV800 (16MP) and S2000 (10MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The MV800 was introduced 21 months later than the S2000 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a in depth comparison, here is a brief overview of how the MV800 grades against the S2000 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung MV800 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung MV800 Gallery and Sony S2000 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Samsung MV800 offers outside measurements of 92mm x 56mm x 10mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.4") accompanied by a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) while the Sony S2000 has measurements of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Examine the Samsung MV800 versus Sony S2000 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select at the time. Following is a front view size comparison of the MV800 compared to the S2000.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the MV800 and S2000 is 97 and 93 respectively.

Quite often, its tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizing only by researching specs. The photograph underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the MV800 and S2000.

All in all, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Samsung MV800 to result in more detail using its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more modern MV800 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.