Canon SX620 HS vs Samsung PL200
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Canon SX620 HS vs Samsung PL200 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-625mm (F3.2-6.6) lens
- 182g - 97 x 57 x 28mm
- Released May 2016
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 31-217mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
- 170g - 100 x 60 x 21mm
- Launched July 2010
Canon SX620 HS vs Samsung PL200 Overview
Lets examine more closely at the Canon SX620 HS versus Samsung PL200, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the SX620 HS (20MP) and PL200 (14MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe SX620 HS was revealed 5 years later than the PL200 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the SX620 HS scores versus the PL200 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Canon SX620 HS vs Samsung PL200 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX620 HS and Samsung PL200. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX620 HS Gallery and Samsung PL200 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX620 HS over the Samsung PL200
SX620 HS | PL200 | |||
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Launched | May 2016 | July 2010 | Fresher by 71 months | |
Focus manually | Dial precise focus | |||
Screen resolution | 922k | 230k | Crisper screen (+692k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung PL200 over the Canon SX620 HS
PL200 | SX620 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX620 HS and Samsung PL200
SX620 HS | PL200 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen size | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither has Touch friendly screen |
Canon SX620 HS vs Samsung PL200 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon SX620 HS has outer dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) while the Samsung PL200 has measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") along with a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs).
See the Canon SX620 HS versus Samsung PL200 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select during that time. The following is the front view size comparison of the SX620 HS versus the PL200.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX620 HS and PL200 is 93 and 94 respectively.
Canon SX620 HS vs Samsung PL200 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is hard to see the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reading through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX620 HS and PL200.
As you can see, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Canon SX620 HS to resolve more detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more recent SX620 HS is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.
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Canon SX620 HS vs Samsung PL200 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX620 HS | Samsung PL200 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Samsung |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX620 HS | Samsung PL200 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2016-05-10 | 2010-07-21 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | DIGIC 4+ | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | 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 | 20MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-625mm (25.0x) | 31-217mm (7.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.2-6.6 | f/3.3-5.5 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 922k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 secs | 8 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.5fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m (with Auto ISO) | 4.60 m |
Flash settings | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 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 | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 182 gr (0.40 pounds) | 170 gr (0.37 pounds) |
Dimensions | 97 x 57 x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 100 x 60 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 295 photographs | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | - | BP70A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC'/MMC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $279 | $0 |