Reasons to choose FinePix A800
Released in 2007, FinePix A800 has about 48 mm² of sensor area, 8.1 MP effective resolution, and a 151 g body. Use these values to narrow the field, not as an overall image-quality score.
Side-by-side comparison
Fujifilm FinePix A800
vs Praktica Luxmedia 12 HD
VS
Sensor area
48 mm²
FinePix A80042 mm²
Luxmedia 12 HD- Area ratio
- 1.16:1
- Absolute difference
- 6 mm²
- Relative difference
- 15.6%
The FinePix A800 has the larger sensor area. More area usually means greater light-gathering potential, though real image quality still depends on sensor architecture and generation.
These cameras were released 2 years apart. Consider sensor generation when comparing pixel metrics.
Key specification differences
FinePix A800MetricLuxmedia 12 HD
8.1 MPEffective pixels12 MP
8 × 6Sensor7.44 × 5.58
2.43 µmPixel pitch1.86 µm
5.93 µm²Pixel area3.46 µm²
16.88 MP/cm²Pixel density28.91 MP/cm²
4.33Crop factor4.65
—Maximum video—
151 gWeight136 g
xD Picture cardStorageSDHC, Secure Digital
AA (2) batteries (NiMH recommended)BatteryLi-Ion Li-ion battery
Amber marks the value that is generally preferable in this comparison context. It is not an overall camera score.
How to choose between these cameras
The FinePix A800 has the larger sensor area. The Luxmedia 12 HD has the lighter body. The Luxmedia 12 HD has the higher effective resolution. The Luxmedia 12 HD is the newer release. Also consider the lens system and subjects you shoot.
Reasons to choose Luxmedia 12 HD
Released in 2009, Luxmedia 12 HD has about 42 mm² of sensor area, 12 MP effective resolution, and a 136 g body. Use these values to narrow the field, not as an overall image-quality score.