Samsung MV800 vs Sony WX1
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![Samsung MV800 front Samsung MV800 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Samsung-MV800.jpg)
![Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX1 front Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX1 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-WX1/Sony-WX1-front.jpg)
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Samsung MV800 vs Sony WX1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- 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)
- 10MP - 1/2.4" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 160 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.4-5.9) lens
- 149g - 91 x 52 x 20mm
- Launched August 2009
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Samsung MV800 vs Sony WX1 Overview
Let's look much closer at the Samsung MV800 and Sony WX1, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Samsung and Sony. There exists a substantial gap between the image resolutions of the MV800 (16MP) and WX1 (10MP) and the MV800 (1/2.3") and WX1 (1/2.4") offer totally different sensor sizing.
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The MV800 was introduced 2 years later than the WX1 and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Samsung MV800 being a Compact camera and the Sony WX1 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a concise summary of how the MV800 grades versus the WX1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Samsung MV800 vs Sony WX1 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung MV800 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX1. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung MV800 Gallery & Sony WX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung MV800 over the Sony WX1
MV800 | WX1 | |||
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Launched | September 2011 | ![]() | August 2009 | Fresher by 26 months |
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony WX1 over the Samsung MV800
WX1 | MV800 |
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Common features in the Samsung MV800 and Sony WX1
MV800 | WX1 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen |
Samsung MV800 vs Sony WX1 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry your camera often, you should take into account its weight and dimensions. The Samsung MV800 comes with outer measurements of 92mm x 56mm x 10mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.4") along with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Sony WX1 has dimensions of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).
Take a look at the Samsung MV800 and Sony WX1 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the MV800 compared to the WX1.
![Samsung MV800 vs Sony WX1 size comparison Samsung MV800 vs Sony WX1 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Samsung-MV800-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-WX1-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the MV800 and WX1 is 97 and 96 respectively.
![Samsung MV800 vs Sony WX1 top view buttons comparison Samsung MV800 vs Sony WX1 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Samsung-MV800-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-WX1-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Samsung MV800 vs Sony WX1 Sensor Comparison
Typically, its difficult to see the gap between sensor sizing just by looking at specifications. The visual below may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the MV800 and WX1.
Plainly, both of those cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The MV800 having a bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field simpler and the Samsung MV800 will resolve more detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The newer MV800 will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.
![Samsung MV800 vs Sony WX1 sensor size comparison Samsung MV800 vs Sony WX1 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Samsung-MV800-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-WX1-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Samsung MV800 vs Sony WX1 Screen and ViewFinder
![Samsung MV800 vs Sony WX1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Samsung MV800 vs Sony WX1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Samsung-MV800-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-WX1-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Landscape Comparison
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Samsung MV800 vs Sony WX1 Specifications
Samsung MV800 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung MV800 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX1 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2011-09-01 | 2009-08-06 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.4" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.104 x 4.578mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 160 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/2.4-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 2 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.20 m | 5.00 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB 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) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | 121g (0.27 lb) | 149g (0.33 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 92 x 56 x 10mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.4") | 91 x 52 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") |
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 ID | BP70 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | Micro SD | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $499 | $149 |