Canon SX220 HS vs Samsung PL210
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Canon SX220 HS vs Samsung PL210 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-392mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- n/ag - 106 x 59 x 33mm
- Released February 2011
(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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On this page, we are reviewing the Canon SX220 HS versus Samsung PL210, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Canon and Samsung. The resolution of the SX220 HS (12MP) and the PL210 (14MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe SX220 HS was manufactured 2 months after the PL210 and they are of a similar age. The two cameras have different body design with the Canon SX220 HS being a Compact camera and the Samsung PL210 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short summation of how the SX220 HS matches up vs the PL210 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon SX220 HS & Samsung PL210. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX220 HS Gallery & Samsung PL210 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX220 HS over the Samsung PL210
| SX220 HS | PL210 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | More exact focusing | ||
| Display resolution | 461k |  | 230k | Crisper display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung PL210 over the Canon SX220 HS
| PL210 | SX220 HS |
|---|
Common features in the Canon SX220 HS and Samsung PL210
| SX220 HS | PL210 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | February 2011 |  | January 2011 | Same age |
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal display measurement |
| Selfie screen |  | Lacking selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Canon SX220 HS vs Samsung PL210 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Canon SX220 HS provides exterior measurements of 106mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Samsung PL210 has specifications of 100mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon SX220 HS versus Samsung PL210 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the SX220 HS against the PL210.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the SX220 HS and PL210 is 96 and 99 respectively.
Canon SX220 HS vs Samsung PL210 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizes just by going through a spec sheet. The image underneath may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SX220 HS and PL210.
As you can see, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Samsung PL210 to produce more detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos a bit more aggressively.
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Canon SX220 HS vs Samsung PL210 Specifications
| Canon SX220 HS | Samsung PL210 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Canon | Samsung |
| Model type | Canon SX220 HS | Samsung PL210 |
| Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
| Released | 2011-02-07 | 2011-01-05 |
| Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology | - |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
| Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Highest native ISO | 3200 | - |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | - |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| 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 | 28-392mm (14.0x) | () |
| Maximum aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | - |
| Macro focusing distance | 5cm | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
| Resolution of screen | 461k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Screen tech | PureColor II TG TFT LCD | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
| Max shutter speed | 1/3200s | 1/2000s |
| Continuous shutter rate | 3.0 frames/s | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 3.50 m | - |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | - |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Max flash synchronize | 1/2000s | - |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30,120 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 240 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
| Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | H.264 | - |
| Microphone support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| 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 | ||
| Physical dimensions | 106 x 59 x 33mm (4.2" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 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 life | 210 photographs | - |
| Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | NB-5L | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | - |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/ MMCplus/HC MMCplus | - |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Pricing at release | $399 | $200 |