Panasonic SZ1 vs Samsung MV800

The following is a extended assessment of the Panasonic SZ1 versus Samsung MV800, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the SZ1 (16MP) and the MV800 (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SZ1 was brought out 5 months after the MV800 so they are of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the SZ1 scores versus the MV800 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1 and Samsung MV800. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic SZ1 Gallery and Samsung MV800 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic SZ1 offers outside dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Samsung MV800 has specifications of 92mm x 56mm x 10mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.4") accompanied by a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the SZ1 and the MV800.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the SZ1 and MV800 is 95 and 97 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to envision the gap between sensor dimensions just by going over specifications. The picture here should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SZ1 and MV800.

To sum up, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same MP so you should expect similar quality of files however you might want to consider the release date of the products into consideration.