Samsung MV800 vs Sony TX66
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Samsung MV800 vs Sony TX66 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
- Launched September 2011
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-130mm (F3.5-4.8) lens
- 109g - 93 x 54 x 13mm
- Announced February 2012
Samsung MV800 vs Sony TX66 Overview
Following is a in-depth review of the Samsung MV800 versus Sony TX66, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the MV800 (16MP) and the TX66 (18MP) is pretty similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe MV800 was revealed 6 months prior to the TX66 so they are of a similar age. The two cameras offer different body type with the Samsung MV800 being a Compact camera and the Sony TX66 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before delving straight into a complete comparison, below is a short highlight of how the MV800 scores against the TX66 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Samsung MV800 vs Sony TX66 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung MV800 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX66. The full galleries are provided at Samsung MV800 Gallery & Sony TX66 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung MV800 over the Sony TX66
MV800 | TX66 | |||
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Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Reasons to pick Sony TX66 over the Samsung MV800
TX66 | MV800 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial precise focus | |||
Screen sizing | 3.3" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 1230k | 460k | Clearer screen (+770k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung MV800 and Sony TX66
MV800 | TX66 | |||
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Announced | September 2011 | February 2012 | Similar age | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Samsung MV800 vs Sony TX66 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry around your camera, you will want to factor its weight and volume. The Samsung MV800 enjoys external dimensions of 92mm x 56mm x 10mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.4") and a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Sony TX66 has sizing of 93mm x 54mm x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") with a weight of 109 grams (0.24 lbs).
Compare the Samsung MV800 versus Sony TX66 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the MV800 and the TX66.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the MV800 and TX66 is 97 and 97 respectively.
Samsung MV800 vs Sony TX66 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizes just by reviewing technical specs. The image below will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the MV800 and TX66.
As you have seen, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Sony TX66 to deliver greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a little more aggressively.
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Samsung MV800 vs Sony TX66 Specifications
Samsung MV800 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX66 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung MV800 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX66 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2011-09-01 | 2012-02-28 |
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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 18MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4896 x 3672 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.5-4.8 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3.3 inch |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dot | 1,230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | - | XtraFine TruBlack OLED display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.20 m | 3.10 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Rear Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
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 All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 250 images |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BP70 | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | Micro SD | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo, microSD/microSDHC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $499 | $350 |