Panasonic FH5 vs Samsung MV800

The following is a detailed assessment of the Panasonic FH5 versus Samsung MV800, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the FH5 (16MP) and the MV800 (16MP) is relatively well matched and they feature the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FH5 was introduced 7 months earlier than the MV800 and they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a short introduction of how the FH5 scores vs the MV800 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH5 & Samsung MV800. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FH5 Gallery & Samsung MV800 Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera often, you should take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic FH5 comes with outside measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Samsung MV800 has sizing of 92mm x 56mm x 10mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.4") with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic FH5 versus Samsung MV800 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the FH5 vs the MV800.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the FH5 and MV800 is 96 and 97 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions just by reading through specs. The picture underneath might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the FH5 and MV800.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact MP and you can expect similar quality of images but you should consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The more aged FH5 is going to be behind in sensor technology.