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FujiFilm S1600 vs Samsung PL200

Portability
78
Imaging
34
Features
26
Overall
30
FujiFilm FinePix S1600 front
 
Samsung PL200 front
Portability
94
Imaging
36
Features
22
Overall
30

FujiFilm S1600 vs Samsung PL200 Key Specs

FujiFilm S1600
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-420mm (F4.0-4.8) lens
  • 337g - 110 x 73 x 81mm
  • Launched February 2010
  • Other Name is FinePix S1770
Samsung PL200
(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
  • Announced July 2010
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FujiFilm S1600 vs Samsung PL200 Overview

In this article, we will be matching up the FujiFilm S1600 versus Samsung PL200, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals FujiFilm and Samsung. The resolution of the S1600 (12MP) and the PL200 (14MP) is relatively comparable and they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S1600 was introduced 5 months earlier than the PL200 which means that they are of a similar generation. The two cameras offer different body type with the FujiFilm S1600 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung PL200 being a Compact camera.

Before delving in to a complete comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the S1600 scores against the PL200 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm S1600 over the Samsung PL200

 S1600 PL200 

Reasons to pick Samsung PL200 over the FujiFilm S1600

 PL200 S1600 

Common features in the FujiFilm S1600 and Samsung PL200

 S1600 PL200 
AnnouncedFebruary 2010July 2010Same generation
Focus manually No manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen sizing3"3"Equivalent screen sizing
Screen resolution230k230kThe same screen resolution
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Lacking Touch friendly screen

FujiFilm S1600 vs Samsung PL200 Physical Comparison

If you're intending to travel with your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm S1600 features outside measurements of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") and a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) whilst the Samsung PL200 has measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") with a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs).

Examine the FujiFilm S1600 versus Samsung PL200 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the S1600 and the PL200.

FujiFilm S1600 vs Samsung PL200 size comparison

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S1600 and PL200 is 78 and 94 respectively.

FujiFilm S1600 vs Samsung PL200 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm S1600 vs Samsung PL200 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it is hard to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions only by seeing a spec sheet. The picture underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the S1600 and PL200.

Clearly, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should count on the Samsung PL200 to provide greater detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs a little more aggressively.

FujiFilm S1600 vs Samsung PL200 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm S1600 vs Samsung PL200 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm S1600 vs Samsung PL200 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm S1600 Portrait photography information
Samsung PL200 Portrait photography information
20
no manual focus
no external flash support
megapixel count low (12MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
28
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
lack of manual exposure
can't use external flash
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Street photography with FujiFilm S1600
Street photography with Samsung PL200
49
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen does not articulate
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
56
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no articulating screen
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm S1600 as a Sports photography camera
Samsung PL200 as a Sports photography camera
33
long zoom range (28-420mm 15.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
continuous shooting slow (1.0 frames per second)
megapixel count low (12MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no phase detect auto focus
38
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (14MP)
no shutter priority mode
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm S1600 Travel photography information
Samsung PL200 Travel photography information
55
flash built-in
fairly wide (28mm)
long zoom (420mm)
missing Time Lapse function
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f4.0)
58
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
doesn't have Timelapse recording
does not feature selfie friendly screen
wide angle not fantastic (31mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm S1600 as a Landscape photography camera
Samsung PL200 as a Landscape photography camera
36
fairly wide (28mm)
screen size is good (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f4.0)
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
missing Time Lapse function
37
decent sized screen (3")
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (14MP)
no manual focus
can't swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (31mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
lack of manual exposure
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
doesn't have Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm S1600 as a Vlogging camera
Samsung PL200 as a Vlogging camera
25
fairly wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sluggish maximum aperture (f4.0)
display isn't selfie friendly
video res low (1280 x 720 pixels)
missing external mic support
25
built in image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not fantastic (31mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
low video resolution (640 x 480 resolution)
doesn't have external microphone port
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FujiFilm S1600 vs Samsung PL200 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm S1600 and Samsung PL200
 FujiFilm FinePix S1600Samsung PL200
General Information
Company FujiFilm Samsung
Model type FujiFilm FinePix S1600 Samsung PL200
Also called FinePix S1770 -
Class Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Compact
Launched 2010-02-02 2010-07-21
Body design SLR-like (bridge) 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, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4000 x 3000 4320 x 3240
Maximum native ISO 1600 3200
Min native ISO 100 80
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch to focus
Continuous AF
AF single
AF tracking
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-420mm (15.0x) 31-217mm (7.0x)
Max aperture f/4.0-4.8 f/3.3-5.5
Macro focusing distance 2cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 3 inches 3 inches
Screen resolution 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic None
Viewfinder coverage 99 percent -
Features
Min shutter speed 8 seconds 8 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/1500 seconds
Continuous shutter speed 1.0 frames per second -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes -
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 4.40 m 4.60 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync
External flash
AE bracketing
White balance 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) 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 640x480
Video file format Motion JPEG H.264
Microphone 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
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 337g (0.74 pounds) 170g (0.37 pounds)
Dimensions 110 x 73 x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") 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 4 x AA BP70A
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes
Time lapse recording
Storage media SD/SDHC SD/SDHC'/MMC, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Pricing at release $130 $0