Fujifilm F550 EXR vs Samsung PL200

Here is a extended assessment of the Fujifilm F550 EXR versus Samsung PL200, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands FujiFilm and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm F550 EXR (16MP) and the PL200 (14MP) is very similar but the Fujifilm F550 EXR (1/2") and PL200 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm F550 EXR was introduced 13 months later than the PL200 making them a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a short highlight of how the Fujifilm F550 EXR matches up versus the PL200 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix F550 EXR and Samsung PL200. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm F550 EXR Gallery and Samsung PL200 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera, you need to take into account its weight and volume. The Fujifilm F550 EXR has got outer dimensions of 104mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Samsung PL200 has sizing 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 F550 EXR versus Samsung PL200 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm F550 EXR versus the PL200.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm F550 EXR and PL200 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to envision the gap between sensor sizing purely by reviewing specs. The photograph underneath will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm F550 EXR and PL200.

All in all, the 2 cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm F550 EXR having a larger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF less difficult and the Fujifilm F550 EXR will offer you greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm F550 EXR will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.