Panasonic FX78 vs Samsung MV800

Here is a in-depth analysis of the Panasonic FX78 versus Samsung MV800, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the FX78 (12MP) and MV800 (16MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FX78 was unveiled 7 months prior to the MV800 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the FX78 scores against the MV800 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 and Samsung MV800. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FX78 Gallery and Samsung MV800 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FX78 offers exterior measurements of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Samsung MV800 has measurements of 92mm x 56mm x 10mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.4") along with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the FX78 and the MV800.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FX78 and MV800 is 95 and 97 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizing only by viewing specs. The photograph below might give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the FX78 and MV800.

All in all, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Samsung MV800 to render more detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics more aggressively. The older FX78 will be behind in sensor tech.