Samsung MV800 vs Sony TX10
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Samsung MV800 vs Sony TX10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 121g - 92 x 56 x 10mm
- Announced September 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
- 133g - 96 x 56 x 18mm
- Announced August 2011
Samsung MV800 vs Sony TX10 Overview
Below is a extended assessment of the Samsung MV800 and Sony TX10, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact by competitors Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the MV800 (16MP) and the TX10 (16MP) is fairly close and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe MV800 was brought out around the same time to the TX10 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung MV800 being a Compact camera and the Sony TX10 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before getting through a in-depth comparison, below is a concise overview of how the MV800 matches up versus the TX10 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Samsung MV800 vs Sony TX10 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung MV800 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX10. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung MV800 Gallery and Sony TX10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung MV800 over the Sony TX10
MV800 | TX10 | |||
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Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display |
Reasons to pick Sony TX10 over the Samsung MV800
TX10 | MV800 | |||
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Display resolution | 921k | 460k | Clearer display (+461k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung MV800 and Sony TX10
MV800 | TX10 | |||
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Announced | September 2011 | August 2011 | Same generation | |
Manually focus | No manual focusing | |||
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display measurement | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Samsung MV800 vs Sony TX10 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Samsung MV800 enjoys exterior dimensions of 92mm x 56mm x 10mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.4") along with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) while the Sony TX10 has sizing of 96mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).
See the Samsung MV800 and Sony TX10 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have at that moment. Following is the front view scale comparison of the MV800 against the TX10.
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the MV800 and TX10 is 97 and 96 respectively.
Samsung MV800 vs Sony TX10 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's hard to envision the contrast in sensor measurements merely by researching technical specs. The visual below will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the MV800 and TX10.
As you can tell, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of photographs however you should always consider the release date of the cameras into account.
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Samsung MV800 vs Sony TX10 Specifications
Samsung MV800 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX10 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung MV800 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX10 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2011-09-01 | 2011-08-16 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.5-4.6 |
Macro focus range | - | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 460k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | - | XtraFine LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 secs | 2 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.20 m | 3.70 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30/15 fps), 640 x 480 (30/15 fps), 320 x 240 (30/15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 121 gr (0.27 pounds) | 133 gr (0.29 pounds) |
Dimensions | 92 x 56 x 10mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.4") | 96 x 56 x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | BP70 | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | Micro SD | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $499 | $309 |