Fujifilm A150 vs Samsung PL200

Here is a thorough overview of the Fujifilm A150 vs Samsung PL200, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Samsung. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm A150 (10MP) and PL200 (14MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm A150 was released 17 months prior to the PL200 making them a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick summary of how the Fujifilm A150 scores against the PL200 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix A150 and Samsung PL200. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm A150 Gallery and Samsung PL200 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm A150 has got exterior measurements of 92mm x 61mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Samsung PL200 has proportions of 100mm x 60mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm A150 vs Samsung PL200 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at the time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm A150 versus the PL200.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm A150 and PL200 is 95 and 94 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to envision the gap in sensor sizing only by researching a spec sheet. The photograph underneath might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm A150 and PL200.

Clearly, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Samsung PL200 to result in more detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics more aggressively. The older Fujifilm A150 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.