Panasonic SZ3 vs Samsung MV800

On this page, we will be reviewing the Panasonic SZ3 and Samsung MV800, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the SZ3 (16MP) and the MV800 (16MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SZ3 was brought out 17 months later than the MV800 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a short summary of how the SZ3 scores vs the MV800 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3 and Samsung MV800. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic SZ3 Gallery and Samsung MV800 Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic SZ3 comes with outside dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Samsung MV800 has measurements of 92mm x 56mm x 10mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.4") having a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

See the Panasonic SZ3 and Samsung MV800 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the SZ3 vs the MV800.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SZ3 and MV800 is 96 and 97 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to picture the contrast between sensor measurements merely by reading through specifications. The graphic here will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SZ3 and MV800.

Plainly, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same MP so you should expect similar quality of files however you should always take the production date of the products into consideration. The more modern SZ3 provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.