Samsung MV800 vs Sony WX80
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Samsung MV800 vs Sony WX80 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
- Announced September 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Raise to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-224mm (F3.3-8.0) lens
- 124g - 92 x 52 x 22mm
- Revealed January 2013
Samsung MV800 vs Sony WX80 Overview
Let's look more in depth at the Samsung MV800 and Sony WX80, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the MV800 (16MP) and the WX80 (16MP) is very close and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe MV800 was manufactured 16 months earlier than the WX80 making them a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the MV800 matches up against the WX80 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Samsung MV800 vs Sony WX80 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung MV800 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX80. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung MV800 Gallery & Sony WX80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung MV800 over the Sony WX80
MV800 | WX80 | |||
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Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony WX80 over the Samsung MV800
WX80 | MV800 | |||
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Revealed | January 2013 | September 2011 | Newer by 16 months |
Common features in the Samsung MV800 and Sony WX80
MV800 | WX80 | |||
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Manually focus | No manual focus | |||
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen |
Samsung MV800 vs Sony WX80 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to travel with your camera, you will have to think about its weight and volume. The Samsung MV800 enjoys exterior dimensions of 92mm x 56mm x 10mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.4") and a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Sony WX80 has sizing of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") with a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).
Compare the Samsung MV800 and Sony WX80 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the MV800 versus the WX80.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the MV800 and WX80 is 97 and 96 respectively.
Samsung MV800 vs Sony WX80 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is tough to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by researching technical specs. The pic below should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the MV800 and WX80.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical resolution and you can expect comparable quality of files however you should really take the launch date of the cameras into account. The more aged MV800 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.
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Samsung MV800 vs Sony WX80 Specifications
Samsung MV800 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX80 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung MV800 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX80 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2011-09-01 | 2013-01-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 28-224mm (8.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.3-8.0 |
Macro focus range | - | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 460k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.20 m | 4.20 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure 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 format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 121g (0.27 lbs) | 124g (0.27 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 92 x 56 x 10mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.4") | 92 x 52 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 240 photos |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BP70 | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | Micro SD | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $499 | $276 |