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Samsung MV800 vs Sony TX55

Portability
97
Imaging
39
Features
43
Overall
40
Samsung MV800 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55 front
Portability
97
Imaging
39
Features
46
Overall
41

Samsung MV800 vs Sony TX55 Key Specs

Samsung MV800
(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
Sony TX55
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3.3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 26-130mm (F3.5-4.8) lens
  • 109g - 93 x 54 x 13mm
  • Released July 2011
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Samsung MV800 vs Sony TX55 Overview

In this article, we will be reviewing the Samsung MV800 vs Sony TX55, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the MV800 (16MP) and the TX55 (16MP) is pretty close and they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The MV800 was unveiled 2 months later than the TX55 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung MV800 being a Compact camera and the Sony TX55 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting through a in-depth comparison, below is a brief overview of how the MV800 grades against the TX55 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Samsung MV800 over the Sony TX55

 MV800 TX55 
Screen typeTiltingFixed Tilting screen

Reasons to pick Sony TX55 over the Samsung MV800

 TX55 MV800 
Manually focus Very exact focus
Screen sizing3.3"3"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution1230k460kCrisper screen (+770k dot)

Common features in the Samsung MV800 and Sony TX55

 MV800 TX55 
ReleasedSeptember 2011July 2011Same generation
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Samsung MV800 vs Sony TX55 Physical Comparison

If you're intending to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Samsung MV800 offers 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 TX55 has proportions of 93mm x 54mm x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") accompanied by a weight of 109 grams (0.24 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the MV800 and the TX55.

Samsung MV800 vs Sony TX55 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the MV800 and TX55 is 97 and 97 respectively.

Samsung MV800 vs Sony TX55 top view buttons comparison

Samsung MV800 vs Sony TX55 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it's hard to see the gap in sensor measurements simply by researching specs. The graphic below might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the MV800 and TX55.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of photos although you will need to consider the release date of the cameras into account.

Samsung MV800 vs Sony TX55 sensor size comparison

Samsung MV800 vs Sony TX55 Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung MV800 vs Sony TX55 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung MV800 Portrait photography information
Sony TX55 Portrait photography information
34
resolution is good (16MP)
features face detect focusing
no manual focus
manual mode not possible
can't use external flash
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
36
manual focus
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
manual exposure not possible
no external flash support
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Street Comparison

Samsung MV800 Street photography highlights
Sony TX55 Street photography highlights
74
has a tilting screen
has image stabilization (Optical)
supports touch focus
lighter than average (121g)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
58
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no articulating screen
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Samsung MV800 Sports photography info
Sony TX55 Sports photography info
44
has image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
features tracking focus
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
44
built in image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (16MP)
great battery life (250 shots)
lack of shutter priority mode
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Samsung MV800 Travel photography factors
Sony TX55 Travel photography factors
71
lighter than average (121 grams)
supports touch focus
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
fairly wide (26mm)
missing Time Lapse mode
display is not selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
69
great battery life (250 shots)
megapixel count decent (16MP)
flash built-in
really wide (26mm)
does not have Time Lapse function
screen isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Samsung MV800 Landscape photography highlights
Sony TX55 Landscape photography highlights
43
fairly wide (26mm)
nice screen size (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
manual mode not possible
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
missing Time Lapse mode
50
manual focus
really wide (26mm)
nice screen size (3.3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
great battery life (250 per charge)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
manual exposure not possible
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
does not have Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung MV800 Vlogging info
Sony TX55 Vlogging info
34
fairly wide (26mm)
built-in touchscreen
has image stabilization (Optical)
features face detect focusing
lighter than average (121 grams)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
display is not selfie friendly
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pixels)
missing mic support
34
really wide (26mm)
touchscreen enabled
built in image stabilization (Optical)
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have mic port
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Samsung MV800 vs Sony TX55 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung MV800 and Sony TX55
 Samsung MV800Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55
General Information
Brand Samsung Sony
Model Samsung MV800 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55
Category Small Sensor Compact Ultracompact
Announced 2011-09-01 2011-07-24
Body design Compact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Processor - BIONZ
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 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
Highest Possible resolution 4608 x 3456 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 3200 3200
Min native ISO 80 100
RAW support
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Number of focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 26-130mm (5.0x) 26-130mm (5.0x)
Max aperture f/3.3-5.9 f/3.5-4.8
Macro focus distance - 3cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Tilting Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 3 inches 3.3 inches
Resolution of screen 460 thousand dot 1,230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Screen technology - XtraFine OLED display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 8 secs 30 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/1600 secs
Continuous shutter speed - 10.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 3.20 m 3.70 m
Flash options - Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync
External flash
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
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 (60fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, AVCHD
Mic jack
Headphone jack
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
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 121g (0.27 lb) 109g (0.24 lb)
Dimensions 92 x 56 x 10mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.4") 93 x 54 x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5")
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 life - 250 images
Style of battery - Battery Pack
Battery model BP70 NP-BN
Self timer Yes Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage Micro SD microSD/SDHC, Memory Stick Micro
Storage slots 1 1
Price at release $499 $350