Samsung MV800 vs Sony W710

Let's take a closer look at the Samsung MV800 vs Sony W710, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the MV800 (16MP) and the W710 (16MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The MV800 was announced 16 months earlier than the W710 which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick overview of how the MV800 matches up against the W710 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung MV800 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung MV800 Gallery & Sony W710 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and size. The Samsung MV800 has outside measurements 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 W710 has specifications of 97mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the MV800 and the W710.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the MV800 and W710 is 97 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizes purely by seeing a spec sheet. The pic underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the MV800 and W710.

As you can see, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels and you can expect comparable quality of photos but you will need to consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The more aged MV800 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.