Samsung MV800 vs Sony WX9

Here, we will be matching up the Samsung MV800 and Sony WX9, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the MV800 (16MP) and the WX9 (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The MV800 was introduced 8 months later than the WX9 and they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Samsung MV800 being a Compact camera and the Sony WX9 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short highlight of how the MV800 scores vs the WX9 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung MV800 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX9. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung MV800 Gallery & Sony WX9 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera, you need to take into account its weight and volume. The Samsung MV800 features 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) while the Sony WX9 has sizing of 95mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the MV800 versus the WX9.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the MV800 and WX9 is 97 and 99 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizing purely by researching technical specs. The photograph underneath will offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the MV800 and WX9.

As you can tell, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution and you can expect comparable quality of pictures but you should always take the launch date of the cameras into account. The fresher MV800 will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.