Panasonic FH10 vs Samsung MV800
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Panasonic FH10 vs Samsung MV800 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 103g - 94 x 54 x 18mm
- Released January 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 121g - 92 x 56 x 10mm
- Launched September 2011

Panasonic FH10 vs Samsung MV800 Overview
In this write-up, we will be looking at the Panasonic FH10 vs Samsung MV800, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the FH10 (16MP) and the MV800 (16MP) is pretty similar and they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The FH10 was revealed 17 months after the MV800 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going in to a full comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the FH10 grades vs the MV800 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Panasonic FH10 vs Samsung MV800 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH10 & Samsung MV800. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FH10 Gallery & Samsung MV800 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH10 over the Samsung MV800
FH10 | MV800 | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | ![]() | September 2011 | More modern by 17 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung MV800 over the Panasonic FH10
MV800 | FH10 | |||
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Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic FH10 and Samsung MV800
FH10 | MV800 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen |
Panasonic FH10 vs Samsung MV800 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FH10 has got outer dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs) whilst the Samsung MV800 has measurements of 92mm x 56mm x 10mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.4") and a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).
See the Panasonic FH10 vs Samsung MV800 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using during that time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the FH10 versus the MV800.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FH10 and MV800 is 97 and 97 respectively.

Panasonic FH10 vs Samsung MV800 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizes only by going over specifications. The pic underneath will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the FH10 and MV800.
Plainly, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical MP therefore you can expect similar quality of photographs although you have to factor the age of the products into consideration. The more recent FH10 provides a benefit in sensor technology.

Panasonic FH10 vs Samsung MV800 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic FH10 vs Samsung MV800 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH10 | Samsung MV800 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH10 | Samsung MV800 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2013-01-07 | 2011-09-01 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 8s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.40 m | 3.20 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30/15 fps), 640 x 480 (30/15 fps), 320 x 240 (30/15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 103g (0.23 pounds) | 121g (0.27 pounds) |
Dimensions | 94 x 54 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") | 92 x 56 x 10mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 260 shots | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | - | BP70 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | Micro SD |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $110 | $499 |