Fujifilm S4500 vs Samsung PL200

In this write-up, we will be matching up the Fujifilm S4500 vs Samsung PL200, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers FujiFilm and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm S4500 (14MP) and the PL200 (14MP) is pretty similar and they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S4500 was manufactured 18 months after the PL200 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm S4500 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung PL200 being a Compact camera.

Before delving through a more detailed comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the Fujifilm S4500 scores vs the PL200 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix S4500 & Samsung PL200. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm S4500 Gallery & Samsung PL200 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and size. The Fujifilm S4500 provides physical measurements of 118mm x 81mm x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") and a weight of 543 grams (1.20 lbs) and the Samsung PL200 has specifications of 100mm x 60mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") having a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm S4500 vs Samsung PL200 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm S4500 vs the PL200.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S4500 and PL200 is 67 and 94 respectively.

Typically, it is very tough to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The pic below may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm S4500 and PL200.

Clearly, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of pictures however you have to take the launch date of the products into consideration. The younger Fujifilm S4500 provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.