Panasonic FX75 vs Samsung MV800
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Panasonic FX75 vs Samsung MV800 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.2-5.9) lens
- 165g - 103 x 55 x 23mm
- Announced June 2010
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-FX70
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- 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 FX75 vs Samsung MV800 Overview
In this article, we are evaluating the Panasonic FX75 vs Samsung MV800, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the FX75 (14MP) and the MV800 (16MP) is very comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The FX75 was launched 15 months earlier than the MV800 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving through a complete comparison, below is a concise overview of how the FX75 matches up versus the MV800 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Panasonic FX75 vs Samsung MV800 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX75 & Samsung MV800. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FX75 Gallery & Samsung MV800 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX75 over the Samsung MV800
FX75 | MV800 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung MV800 over the Panasonic FX75
MV800 | FX75 | |||
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Introduced | September 2011 | ![]() | June 2010 | Fresher by 15 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic FX75 and Samsung MV800
FX75 | MV800 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Panasonic FX75 vs Samsung MV800 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FX75 provides outer measurements of 103mm x 55mm x 23mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 165 grams (0.36 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).
Take a look at the Panasonic FX75 vs Samsung MV800 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the FX75 and the MV800.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FX75 and MV800 is 94 and 97 respectively.

Panasonic FX75 vs Samsung MV800 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's tough to see the contrast in sensor sizing just by going through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the FX75 and MV800.
As you can see, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Samsung MV800 to produce more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos a little more aggressively. The older FX75 will be behind in sensor technology.

Panasonic FX75 vs Samsung MV800 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic FX75 vs Samsung MV800 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX75 | Samsung MV800 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX75 | Samsung MV800 |
Also referred to as | Lumix DMC-FX70 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2010-06-01 | 2011-09-01 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Venus Engine HD II | - |
Sensor type | CCD | 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 | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing 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 photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.2-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60s | 8s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 7.40 m | 3.20 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (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 | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | AVCHD Lite, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 165 gr (0.36 lbs) | 121 gr (0.27 lbs) |
Dimensions | 103 x 55 x 23mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 92 x 56 x 10mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | - | BP70 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | Micro SD |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $139 | $499 |