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2.90out of 5
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Manufacturer codeEC-MV800ZBPWGB
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About the Samsung MV 800
Samsung EC-MV800ZBPWGB is listed in the digital cameras category. The recorded specifications include camera type: Compact camera; megapixel: 16.15 MP; maximum video resolution: 1280 x 720 pixels. This entry covers manufacturer code EC-MV800ZBPWGB. Specifications relate to this exact source record; other editions or packages may differ.
For Samsung MV 800, the recorded details include camera type: Compact camera; megapixel (approx.): 16.15 MP; sensor type: CCD. Use these facts to narrow a shortlist, then compare the reviewers’ findings on the features that matter for your use.
- Camera type
- Compact camera
- Megapixels (approx.)
- 16.15 MP
- Sensor type
- CCD
- Maximum image resolution
- 4608 x 3456 pixels
- Maximum video resolution
- 1280 x 720 pixels
- Optical zoom
- 5x
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Amateur Photographer
3.00 / 5Original rating: 3 / 5
Reviewed camera model: Samsung MV 800. Its built-in lens is part of the camera; separately bundled accessories are not assessed. Colour may differ.
Read the full review ↗Checked 12 Oct 2026
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3.00 / 5Original rating: 3 / 5
Reviewed camera model: Samsung MV 800. Its built-in lens is part of the camera; separately bundled accessories are not assessed. Colour may differ.
Read the full review ↗Checked 12 Oct 2026
Photography Blog
4.00 / 5Original rating: 4 / 5
Reviewed camera model: Samsung MV 800. Its built-in lens is part of the camera; separately bundled accessories are not assessed. Colour may differ.
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Trusted Reviews
0.00 / 5Original rating: 0 / 5
Reviewed camera model: Samsung MV 800. Its built-in lens is part of the camera; separately bundled accessories are not assessed. Colour may differ.
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What Digital Camera
4.50 / 5Original rating: 4.5 / 5
Reviewed camera model: Samsung MV 800. Its built-in lens is part of the camera; separately bundled accessories are not assessed. Colour may differ.
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Review: Samsung MV800
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Samsung MV800
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Samsung MV800 Review: For The Narcissist In All Of Us
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Samsung MV800 Multiview Digital Camera Review
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Reviewed camera model: Samsung MV 800. Its built-in lens is part of the camera; separately bundled accessories are not assessed. Colour may differ.
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Review of the Samsung MultiView MV800 Camera
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Samsung MV 800 specifications
Manufacturer code: EC-MV800ZBPWGB · Icecat product 11009808 · Checked 22 Sep 2026. Specifications belong to this exact model.
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| Camera type | Compact camera |
|---|---|
| Megapixels (approx.) | 16.15 MP |
| Sensor type | CCD |
| Maximum image resolution | 4608 x 3456 pixels |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280 x 720 pixels |
| Optical zoom | 5x |
| Image stabilizer | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | No |
| Weight | 121 g |
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Audio & listening2 details
| Built-in microphone | Yes |
|---|---|
| Audio system | Mono |
Display3 details
| Display | TFT |
|---|---|
| Screen size | 7.62 cm (3") |
| Display resolution (numeric) | 288000 pixels |
Processor, memory & storage7 details
| Motion JPEG frame rate | 30 fps |
|---|---|
| Memory (RAM) | 10 MB |
| Compatible memory cards | microSDHC |
| Memory slots | 1 |
| Minimum storage drive space | 250 MB |
| Minimum RAM | 512 MB |
| Minimum processor | Intel Pentium IV 3.2 GHz / AMD Athlon FX 2.6GHz + |
Camera, image & video29 details
| Still image resolution(s) | 1024 x 768,1920 x 1080,1984 x 1488,2592 x 1944,3648 x 2736,4608 x 2592,4608 x 3072,4608 x 3456 |
|---|---|
| Total megapixels | 16.44 MP |
| Image formats supported | JPG |
| Digital zoom | 5x |
| Focal length range | 4.7 - 23.5 mm |
| Minimum focal length (35mm film equiv) | 26 mm |
| Maximum focal length (35mm film equiv) | 130 mm |
| Minimum aperture number | 3.3 |
| Maximum aperture number | 5.9 |
| Focus | TTL |
| Focus adjustment | Auto |
| Macro focusing range (tele) | 1 - 1.5 m |
| Macro focusing range (wide) | 0.05 - 0.80 m |
| ISO sensitivity | 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200, Auto |
| Light exposure modes | Auto |
| Light exposure control | Program AE |
| Light exposure correction | ± 2EV (1/3EV step) |
| Fastest camera shutter speed | 1/2000 s |
| Slowest camera shutter speed | 16 s |
| Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-eye reduction, Slow synchronization |
| Video recording | Yes |
| Video resolutions | 320 x 240,640 x 480,1280 x 720 |
| Video formats supported | MP4 |
| Voice recording | Yes |
| White balance | Auto, Cloudy, Custom modes, Daylight, Fluorescent, Tungsten |
| Camera playback | Movie, Single image |
| Camera file system | DPOF 1.1, Exif 2.21 |
| Video capability | Yes |
| Video out | AV |
Printing, scanning & paper1 detail
| Date imprinting | Yes |
|---|
Connections & wireless5 details
| USB version | 2.0 |
|---|---|
| DC-in jack | Yes |
| Bluetooth | No |
| Interface | USB 2.0 |
| HDMI ports | 1 |
Power & battery6 details
| Battery technology | Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) |
|---|---|
| Battery voltage | 3.7 V |
| Battery capacity | 740 mAh |
| Battery type | BP-70A |
| Number of batteries supported | 1 |
| Power source type | Battery |
Controls & features1 detail
| Operating temperature (T-T) | 0 - 40 °C |
|---|
Design & dimensions4 details
| Product colour | White |
|---|---|
| Width | 92 mm |
| Depth | 18.3 mm |
| Height | 56.2 mm |
Software & compatibility4 details
| Supported aspect ratios | 4:3, 16:9 |
|---|---|
| Windows operating systems supported | Yes |
| Mac compatibility | Yes |
| Compatible operating systems | Windows XP SP2 / Vista / Windows 7 |
Further product details16 details
| Light metering | Centre-weighted, Spot |
|---|---|
| Flash range (wide) | 0.2 - 3.2 m |
| Flash range (tele) | 0.5 - 1.8 m |
| Flash sync-speed | 4 s |
| HD type | HD |
| Analog signal format system | NTSC, PAL |
| Maximum memory card size | 32 GB |
| PictBridge | Yes |
| Scene modes | Beach, Close-up (macro), Night, Night portrait, Panorama, Portrait, Snow, Sunset, Landscape |
| Shooting modes | Auto, Movie, Program, Scene |
| Photo effects | Black&White, Vivid |
| Self-timer delay | 2,10 s |
| 3D | Yes |
| Operating relative humidity (H-H) | 5 - 85% |
| Minimum system requirements | Microsoft Direct X 9.0c + USB CD-ROM |
| Built-in flash | Yes |
Packaging & supplied accessories1 detail
| Batteries included | Yes |
|---|
Specifications describe the supplied product data, not measured review results. Battery life, range and performance figures are source claims and can vary with use.
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What is the listed camera type for Samsung MV 800?
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