Canon A810 vs Samsung PL200
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39 Features
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94 Imaging
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Canon A810 vs Samsung PL200 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 171g - 95 x 62 x 30mm
- Launched February 2012
(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
- Revealed July 2010
Canon A810 vs Samsung PL200 Overview
Below, we are evaluating the Canon A810 and Samsung PL200, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Canon and Samsung. The resolution of the A810 (16MP) and the PL200 (14MP) is very similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe A810 was launched 19 months after the PL200 making the cameras a generation away from one another. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a detailed comparison, below is a brief overview of how the A810 grades versus the PL200 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Canon A810 vs Samsung PL200 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A810 and Samsung PL200. The complete galleries are provided at Canon A810 Gallery and Samsung PL200 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A810 over the Samsung PL200
A810 | PL200 | |||
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Revealed | February 2012 | July 2010 | More modern by 19 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung PL200 over the Canon A810
PL200 | A810 | |||
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Display dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Canon A810 and Samsung PL200
A810 | PL200 | |||
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Manual focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Identical display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Canon A810 vs Samsung PL200 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon A810 enjoys outside dimensions of 95mm x 62mm x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 171 grams (0.38 lbs) while the Samsung PL200 has dimensions 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 A810 and Samsung PL200 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select at that moment. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the A810 compared to the PL200.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A810 and PL200 is 93 and 94 respectively.
Canon A810 vs Samsung PL200 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's hard to see the gap between sensor sizes just by reviewing a spec sheet. The pic below may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the A810 and PL200.
Clearly, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Canon A810 to offer extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos much more aggressively. The more recent A810 is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.
Canon A810 vs Samsung PL200 Screen and ViewFinder
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Canon A810 vs Samsung PL200 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A810 | Samsung PL200 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Samsung |
Model | Canon PowerShot A810 | Samsung PL200 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2012-02-07 | 2010-07-21 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 31-217mm (7.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.3-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 4.60 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | H.264 | H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 171 gr (0.38 pounds) | 170 gr (0.37 pounds) |
Dimensions | 95 x 62 x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 100 x 60 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 images | - |
Style of battery | AA | - |
Battery model | 2 x AA | BP70A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC'/MMC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $99 | $0 |