Panasonic FX700 vs Samsung MV800
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Panasonic FX700 vs Samsung MV800 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.2-5.9) lens
- 176g - 104 x 56 x 25mm
- Released July 2010
(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
- Introduced September 2011
Panasonic FX700 vs Samsung MV800 Overview
On this page, we will be matching up the Panasonic FX700 and Samsung MV800, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the FX700 (14MP) and the MV800 (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe FX700 was revealed 13 months before the MV800 which makes them a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a short overview of how the FX700 scores versus the MV800 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic FX700 vs Samsung MV800 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700 & Samsung MV800. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FX700 Gallery & Samsung MV800 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX700 over the Samsung MV800
FX700 | MV800 | |||
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Manually focus | Very exact focus |
Reasons to pick Samsung MV800 over the Panasonic FX700
MV800 | FX700 | |||
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Introduced | September 2011 | July 2010 | Newer by 13 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic FX700 and Samsung MV800
FX700 | MV800 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen sizing | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Panasonic FX700 vs Samsung MV800 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FX700 enjoys exterior measurements of 104mm x 56mm x 25mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Samsung MV800 has proportions of 92mm x 56mm x 10mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.4") accompanied by a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).
Contrast the Panasonic FX700 and Samsung MV800 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the FX700 versus the MV800.
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the FX700 and MV800 is 94 and 97 respectively.
Panasonic FX700 vs Samsung MV800 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is tough to picture the difference in sensor dimensions only by looking through a spec sheet. The image here might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the FX700 and MV800.
Clearly, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You can count on the Samsung MV800 to provide you with greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged FX700 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.
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Panasonic FX700 vs Samsung MV800 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700 | Samsung MV800 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700 | Samsung MV800 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2010-07-21 | 2011-09-01 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine FHD | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.2-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 8 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.40 m | 3.20 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30/15 fps), 640 x 480 (30/15 fps), 320 x 240 (30/15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | AVCHD | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | 176 gr (0.39 lb) | 121 gr (0.27 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 56 x 25mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 92 x 56 x 10mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 ID | - | BP70 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal | Micro SD |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $399 | $499 |