Canon SD780 IS vs Samsung PL210
96 Imaging
35 Features
20 Overall
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99 Imaging
37 Features
19 Overall
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Canon SD780 IS vs Samsung PL210 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 33-100mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 155g - 87 x 56 x 18mm
- Launched February 2009
- Additionally Known as Digital IXUS 100 IS
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 0 - 0
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 100 x 59 x 20mm
- Launched January 2011
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The following is a in depth review of the Canon SD780 IS vs Samsung PL210, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the SD780 IS (12MP) and the PL210 (14MP) is very close and both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe SD780 IS was revealed 22 months before the PL210 making them a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before going right into a in depth comparison, here is a brief summation of how the SD780 IS scores versus the PL210 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Reasons to pick Canon SD780 IS over the Samsung PL210
| SD780 IS | PL210 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Samsung PL210 over the Canon SD780 IS
| PL210 | SD780 IS | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | January 2011 |  | February 2009 | Newer by 22 months |
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Common features in the Canon SD780 IS and Samsung PL210
| SD780 IS | PL210 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Lack of manual focus | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Same display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Absent selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Canon SD780 IS vs Samsung PL210 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to travel with your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and volume. The Canon SD780 IS enjoys physical dimensions of 87mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.4" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Samsung PL210 has sizing of 100mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the SD780 IS and the PL210.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SD780 IS and PL210 is 96 and 99 respectively.
Canon SD780 IS vs Samsung PL210 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be tough to see the contrast in sensor dimensions only by looking through specs. The image below may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SD780 IS and PL210.
All in all, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Samsung PL210 to render more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more aged SD780 IS will be behind in sensor technology.
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Canon SD780 IS vs Samsung PL210 Specifications
| Canon PowerShot SD780 IS | Samsung PL210 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Canon | Samsung |
| Model type | Canon PowerShot SD780 IS | Samsung PL210 |
| Also Known as | Digital IXUS 100 IS | - |
| Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Launched | 2009-02-18 | 2011-01-05 |
| Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Maximum native ISO | 1600 | - |
| Minimum native ISO | 80 | - |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| 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 | 33-100mm (3.0x) | () |
| Highest aperture | f/3.2-5.8 | - |
| Macro focusing range | 3cm | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 2.5 inches | 3 inches |
| Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Optical (tunnel) | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
| Max shutter speed | 1/1500s | 1/2000s |
| Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per sec | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 3.50 m | - |
| Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off | - |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 155 gr (0.34 pounds) | - |
| Physical dimensions | 87 x 56 x 18mm (3.4" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 100 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" 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-4L | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) | - |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/HD MMCplus | - |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Launch pricing | $0 | $200 |
