Samsung MV800 vs Sony W570

Here is a in-depth assessment of the Samsung MV800 versus Sony W570, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact by companies Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the MV800 (16MP) and the W570 (16MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The MV800 was manufactured 8 months later than the W570 so they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras feature different body design with the Samsung MV800 being a Compact camera and the Sony W570 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the MV800 grades vs the W570 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung MV800 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W570. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung MV800 Gallery and Sony W570 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Samsung MV800 comes with outside 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 W570 has measurements of 91mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") with a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Examine the Samsung MV800 versus Sony W570 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the MV800 versus the W570.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the MV800 and W570 is 97 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizing just by reading through a spec sheet. The graphic here will provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the MV800 and W570.

Clearly, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact megapixels so you should expect similar quality of images however you should factor the production date of the products into consideration. The newer MV800 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.