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Fujifilm S8300 vs Samsung PL210

Portability
61
Imaging
40
Features
44
Overall
41
Fujifilm FinePix S8300 front
 
Samsung PL210 front
Portability
99
Imaging
37
Features
19
Overall
29

Fujifilm S8300 vs Samsung PL210 Key Specs

Fujifilm S8300
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 12800
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1/7000s Maximum Shutter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-1008mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
  • 670g - 123 x 87 x 116mm
  • Introduced January 2013
Samsung PL210
(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
  • Released January 2011
Photography Glossary

Fujifilm S8300 vs Samsung PL210 Overview

Following is a in-depth comparison of the Fujifilm S8300 vs Samsung PL210, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Ultracompact by rivals FujiFilm and Samsung. The image resolution of the Fujifilm S8300 (16MP) and the PL210 (14MP) is fairly similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S8300 was introduced 2 years after the PL210 which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm S8300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung PL210 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving straight to a full comparison, here is a brief summary of how the Fujifilm S8300 grades against the PL210 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm S8300 over the Samsung PL210

 Fujifilm S8300 PL210 
ReleasedJanuary 2013January 2011More modern by 25 months
Focus manually Very exact focus
Display resolution460k230kClearer display (+230k dot)

Reasons to pick Samsung PL210 over the Fujifilm S8300

 PL210 Fujifilm S8300 

Common features in the Fujifilm S8300 and Samsung PL210

 Fujifilm S8300 PL210 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display size3"3"Same display measurement
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch friendly display No Touch friendly display

Fujifilm S8300 vs Samsung PL210 Physical Comparison

If you are intending to carry around your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm S8300 has got exterior measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") having a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) while the Samsung PL210 has measurements of 100mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm S8300 vs Samsung PL210 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm S8300 compared to the PL210.

Fujifilm S8300 vs Samsung PL210 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S8300 and PL210 is 61 and 99 respectively.

Fujifilm S8300 vs Samsung PL210 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm S8300 vs Samsung PL210 Sensor Comparison

More often than not, it is very hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes just by going over a spec sheet. The image here will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm S8300 and PL210.

Clearly, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Fujifilm S8300 to offer you extra detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm S8300 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.

Fujifilm S8300 vs Samsung PL210 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm S8300 vs Samsung PL210 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm S8300 vs Samsung PL210 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm S8300 Portrait photography factors
Samsung PL210 Portrait photography factors
40
you can focus manually
good resolution (16 megapixels)
cannot use external flash
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
28
decent MP (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
lack of manual exposure
no external flash support
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Fujifilm S8300
Street photography with Samsung PL210
41
image stabilization (Optical)
screen is fixed
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
heavier than competitors in class (670g)
49
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
low maximum ISO (0)
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm S8300 Sports photography highlights
Samsung PL210 Sports photography highlights
53
excellent zoom range (24-1008mm 42.0 x zoom)
maximum shutter speed is high (1/7,000 seconds)
image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (16MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
26
decent MP (14 megapixels)
fixed focal length (()mm)
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm S8300 Travel photography factors
Samsung PL210 Travel photography factors
52
good resolution (16MP)
has built in flash
decently wide (24mm)
very long reach (1008mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse function
heavier than competitors in class (670 grams)
display is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.9)
71
decent MP (14MP)
has built in flash
great maximum aperture (f)
does not have Timelapse mode
doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm S8300 Landscape photography advice
Samsung PL210 Landscape photography advice
47
you can focus manually
decently wide (24mm)
pretty good screen size (3")
image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (16MP)
can't switch lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.9)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
doesn't have Time Lapse function
37
great maximum aperture (f)
pretty good screen size (3 inches)
decent MP (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
fixed focal length (()mm)
lack of manual exposure
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
low maximum ISO (0)
does not have RAW files
does not have Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm S8300 Vlogging info
Samsung PL210 Vlogging info
24
decently wide (24mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
video res high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.9)
display is not selfie friendly
doesn't have mic support
heavier than competitors in class (670g)
27
great maximum aperture (f)
doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
low quality video (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have external microphone support
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Fujifilm S8300 vs Samsung PL210 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm S8300 and Samsung PL210
 Fujifilm FinePix S8300Samsung PL210
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Samsung
Model type Fujifilm FinePix S8300 Samsung PL210
Type Small Sensor Superzoom Ultracompact
Introduced 2013-01-07 2011-01-05
Physical type SLR-like (bridge) Ultracompact
Sensor Information
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 16 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Full resolution 4608 x 3456 4320 x 3240
Max native ISO 12800 -
Minimum native ISO 64 -
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch to focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 24-1008mm (42.0x) ()
Max aperture f/2.9-6.5 -
Macro focusing distance 0cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3 inches 3 inches
Screen resolution 460k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Screen tech TFT color LCD monitor -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic None
Viewfinder resolution 200k dots -
Features
Slowest shutter speed 8 secs 8 secs
Maximum shutter speed 1/7000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shooting rate 10.0 frames per second -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes -
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
External flash
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 320 x 120 (480 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps), 640 x 480 (120 fps) 1280 x 720
Max video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG -
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
Weight 670 grams (1.48 pounds) -
Physical dimensions 123 x 87 x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") 100 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) -
Time lapse feature
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC -
Card slots Single Single
Launch cost $200 $200