Strong resolution test results
Great interface design
Spotty noise performance
Noise reduction wrecks low-light photos
Introduction
The Samsung MV800 MultiView is an updated take on the company’s DualView line. Rather than two LCDs—one on the back, one on the front—the MV800 has a single hinged display that can flip 180 degrees upward. Need a self portrait? Flip up the screen and see your beautiful mug smiling back at you. It also incorporates a smartphone-esque user interface, a lot like the one found on Samsung’s Galaxy phones and tablets. Some shooting modes even behave like apps.
Aside from that, the MV800 is really a run-of-the-mill point-and-shoot in a fancy package. Image quality is average at best, performance is sluggish, and the 5x zoom ratio is pretty standard. Despite the cool design and user interface, it’s tough to justify the MV800’s $279 price tag.
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Page 1
Product Tour
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Page 2
Color
The MV800’s lone color mode creates vibrant images, but isn’t particularly true-to-life. Read More... |
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Noise
Spotty output and aggressive noise reduction combine for some sloppy-looking shots in the top half of the ISO range, which hurts indoor and low-light quality. Read More... |
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Resolution
A surprisingly strong performance, showing minimal distortion, well-controlled aberration, and excellent sharpness. Read More... |
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Video
Decent controls, 720p resolution, and the tilting screen don’t quite compensate for hum-drum video quality. Read More... |
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Sample Photos
A gallery of photos taken with the Samsung MV800 Read More... |
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Playback
Playback mode is fun, thanks to a responsive touchscreen and easy navigation. Read More... |
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Hardware
A standard point-and-shoot chassis that happens to sport a hinged, flip-up LCD. Looks like a mobile phone built for text messaging, circa 2006. Read More... |
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Controls
Here’s where the MV800 shines. A rich, app-like interface and the best effects mode we’ve ever seen both work well with the effective touchscreen navigation. Read More... |
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Page 10
Design & Handling
The flip-up screen and phone-like interface spice up the typical point-and-shoot experience. Read More... |
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Samsung PL120 Comparison
 We compare the MV800 to the PL120. Read More... |
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Canon ELPH 500 HS Comparison
 We compare the MV800 to the ELPH 500 HS. Read More... |
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Casio Tryx Comparison
 We compare the MV800 to the TRYX. Read More... |
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Conclusion
Read our final conclusion of the Samsung MV800. Read More... |
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Photo Gallery
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Part 16
Comments
Read what people are saying about the Samsung MV800. Add your comments... |
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