• 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 16.2 megapixels
  • 26.00mm - 130.00mm (35mm eq.)
  • 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 16.0 megapixels
  • 28.00mm - 140.00mm (35mm eq.)

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Differences

Samsung MV800 advantages over Canon A3400 IS

  • Tiltable Screen
    Tiltable vs Fixed
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • HDMI out
    HDMI out vs None
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Higher extended ISO
    3200 vs 1600 ISO
    Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Canon A3400 IS advantages over Samsung MV800

  • Larger lens aperture
    f/2.8 vs f/3.3
    Take photos in low-light or isolate your subject

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Both provide
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Internal flash
    Both provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash

Common Weaknesses

  • Focus peaking
    Neither provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Neither provide
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • Touchscreen
    Neither provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • In-camera panoramas
    Neither provide
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • RAW file ability
    Neither provide
    Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Neither provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • NFC
    Neither provide
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Neither provide
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Neither provide
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Manual focus
    Neither provide
    AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
  • Integrated ND filter
    Neither provide
    Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
  • External Mic Jack
    Neither provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • Hot shoe
    Neither provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Headphone jack
    Neither provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Bulb shutter
    Neither provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures
  • Slow-motion videos
    Neither provide
    Shoot slow-motion videos

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The Competition

Compared to Sony DSC-T110

Samsung MV800
Sony DSC-T110
  • $297
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Tiltable Screen
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • $220
  • 1/2.3 inch
Canon A3400 IS
Sony DSC-T110
  • $93
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Larger lens aperture
  • $220
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Longer stills battery life
  • Wider angle lens

Compared to Sony TX200V

Samsung MV800
Sony TX200V
  • $297
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Tiltable Screen
  • Longer exposure
  • $363
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Waterproof
  • Touchscreen
Canon A3400 IS
Sony TX200V
  • $93
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Larger lens aperture
  • $363
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Waterproof
  • Touchscreen

Compared to Canon A2400 IS

Samsung MV800
Canon A2400 IS
  • $297
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Tiltable Screen
  • HDMI out
  • $124
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Larger lens aperture
Canon A3400 IS
Canon A2400 IS
  • $93
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • $124
  • 1/2.3 inch

Compared to Canon A2300

Samsung MV800
Canon A2300
  • $297
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • Tiltable Screen
  • $93
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Larger lens aperture
Canon A3400 IS
Canon A2300
  • $93
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • $93
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive

Compared to Sony TX20

Samsung MV800
Sony TX20
  • $297
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Tiltable Screen
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • $370
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Waterproof
  • Touchscreen
Canon A3400 IS
Sony TX20
  • $93
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Larger lens aperture
  • $370
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Waterproof
  • Touchscreen
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