Samsung MV800 vs Sony W370
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Samsung MV800 vs Sony W370 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
- Released September 2011
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 34-238mm (F3.6-5.6) lens
- 179g - 100 x 57 x 26mm
- Introduced January 2010
Samsung MV800 vs Sony W370 Overview
Its time to look closer at the Samsung MV800 vs Sony W370, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the MV800 (16MP) and the W370 (14MP) is relatively comparable and they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe MV800 was released 21 months later than the W370 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving in to a detailed comparison, below is a brief view of how the MV800 grades versus the W370 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Samsung MV800 vs Sony W370 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung MV800 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung MV800 Gallery and Sony W370 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung MV800 over the Sony W370
MV800 | W370 | |||
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Introduced | September 2011 | January 2010 | Fresher by 21 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony W370 over the Samsung MV800
W370 | MV800 |
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Common features in the Samsung MV800 and Sony W370
MV800 | W370 | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focusing | |||
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen size | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Samsung MV800 vs Sony W370 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Samsung MV800 comes with outside dimensions of 92mm x 56mm x 10mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.4") accompanied by a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Sony W370 has proportions of 100mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).
Take a look at the Samsung MV800 vs Sony W370 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the MV800 versus the W370.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the MV800 and W370 is 97 and 94 respectively.
Samsung MV800 vs Sony W370 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its hard to envision the difference in sensor sizing simply by checking out specifications. The photograph here will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the MV800 and W370.
To sum up, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Samsung MV800 to show more detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The newer MV800 is going to have an edge in sensor tech.
Samsung MV800 vs Sony W370 Screen and ViewFinder
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Samsung MV800 vs Sony W370 Specifications
Samsung MV800 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung MV800 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2011-09-01 | 2010-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 34-238mm (7.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.6-5.6 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 secs | 2 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.20 m | 5.00 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30/15 fps), 640 x 480 (30/15 fps), 320 x 240 (30/15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 121 gr (0.27 pounds) | 179 gr (0.39 pounds) |
Dimensions | 92 x 56 x 10mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.4") | 100 x 57 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 ID | BP70 | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, portrait1/ portrait2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | Micro SD | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/ Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $499 | $230 |