Canon A3100 IS vs Samsung PL200
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Canon A3100 IS vs Samsung PL200 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-140mm (F2.7-5.6) lens
- 165g - 97 x 58 x 28mm
- Released January 2010
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 31-217mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
- 170g - 100 x 60 x 21mm
- Released July 2010
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Here, we are comparing the Canon A3100 IS vs Samsung PL200, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the A3100 IS (12MP) and the PL200 (14MP) is very similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe A3100 IS was announced 6 months prior to the PL200 which means that they are of a similar generation. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a complete comparison, here is a short introduction of how the A3100 IS matches up vs the PL200 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A3100 IS and Samsung PL200. The whole galleries are available at Canon A3100 IS Gallery and Samsung PL200 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A3100 IS over the Samsung PL200
| A3100 IS | PL200 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Samsung PL200 over the Canon A3100 IS
| PL200 | A3100 IS | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display size | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Canon A3100 IS and Samsung PL200
| A3100 IS | PL200 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | January 2010 |  | July 2010 | Similar generation |
| Manual focus |  | No manual focus | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Neither provides Touch display |
Canon A3100 IS vs Samsung PL200 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon A3100 IS provides external measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) while the Samsung PL200 has sizing of 100mm x 60mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") with a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs).
Compare the Canon A3100 IS vs Samsung PL200 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at the time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the A3100 IS and the PL200.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the A3100 IS and PL200 is 94 and 94 respectively.
Canon A3100 IS vs Samsung PL200 Sensor Comparison
Usually, its difficult to see the gap between sensor sizes merely by reading technical specs. The pic below will help give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the A3100 IS and PL200.
As you have seen, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Samsung PL200 to offer you more detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos way more aggressively.
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Canon A3100 IS vs Samsung PL200 Specifications
| Canon PowerShot A3100 IS | Samsung PL200 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Canon | Samsung |
| Model type | Canon PowerShot A3100 IS | Samsung PL200 |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Released | 2010-01-05 | 2010-07-21 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Total focus points | 9 | - |
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 35-140mm (4.0x) | 31-217mm (7.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/2.7-5.6 | f/3.3-5.5 |
| Macro focusing range | 3cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
| Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/1500s |
| Continuous shutter rate | 1.0fps | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 3.00 m | 4.60 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
| Microphone port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| 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 sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 165g (0.36 lb) | 170g (0.37 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 97 x 58 x 28mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 100 x 60 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery ID | NB-8L | BP70A |
| Self timer | Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) | Yes |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HD MMCplus | SD/SDHC'/MMC, Internal |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Pricing at release | $159 | $0 |
