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Fujifilm XP120 vs Samsung PL210

Portability
91
Imaging
41
Features
46
Overall
43
Fujifilm FinePix XP120 front
 
Samsung PL210 front
Portability
99
Imaging
37
Features
19
Overall
29

Fujifilm XP120 vs Samsung PL210 Key Specs

Fujifilm XP120
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200 (Increase to 6400)
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
  • 203g - 110 x 71 x 28mm
  • Launched January 2017
  • Replacement is Fujifilm XP130
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
  • Announced January 2011
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Fujifilm XP120 vs Samsung PL210 Overview

The following is a detailed comparison of the Fujifilm XP120 and Samsung PL210, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers FujiFilm and Samsung. The image resolution of the Fujifilm XP120 (16MP) and the PL210 (14MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP120 was unveiled 6 years after the PL210 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick summary of how the Fujifilm XP120 scores versus the PL210 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP120 over the Samsung PL210

 Fujifilm XP120 PL210 
AnnouncedJanuary 2017January 2011Newer by 74 months
Manual focus Dial precise focus
Display resolution920k230kSharper display (+690k dot)

Reasons to pick Samsung PL210 over the Fujifilm XP120

 PL210 Fujifilm XP120 

Common features in the Fujifilm XP120 and Samsung PL210

 Fujifilm XP120 PL210 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display dimensions3"3"Equal display dimensions
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen
Touch display Absent Touch display

Fujifilm XP120 vs Samsung PL210 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm XP120 has got physical dimensions of 110mm x 71mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.1") having a weight of 203 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Samsung PL210 has proportions of 100mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm XP120 and Samsung PL210 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose at the time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm XP120 compared to the PL210.

Fujifilm XP120 vs Samsung PL210 size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm XP120 and PL210 is 91 and 99 respectively.

Fujifilm XP120 vs Samsung PL210 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm XP120 vs Samsung PL210 Sensor Comparison

Often, it's tough to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions just by looking at specifications. The image underneath will give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm XP120 and PL210.

To sum up, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You can anticipate the Fujifilm XP120 to resolve more detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm XP120 provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm XP120 vs Samsung PL210 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm XP120 vs Samsung PL210 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm XP120 vs Samsung PL210 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm XP120 Portrait photography advice
Samsung PL210 Portrait photography advice
41
focusing manually
good resolution (16MP)
offers face detection focusing
manual mode not possible
cannot use external flash
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
28
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
manual exposure not possible
external flash not possible
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Fujifilm XP120
Street photography with Samsung PL210
62
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
environment sealing
no moving screen
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
49
screen does not articulate
no image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
low maximum ISO (0)
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm XP120 Sports photography details
Samsung PL210 Sports photography details
45
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good resolution (16MP)
offers tracking autofocus
environment sealing
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
terrible battery pack (210 shots)
lack of phase detect AF
26
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
can't change focal length (()mm)
no shutter priority
no image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm XP120 Travel photography information
Samsung PL210 Travel photography information
67
environment sealing
good resolution (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
decently wide (28mm)
terrible battery pack (210 per charge)
does not posses selfie friendly display
slow max aperture (f3.9)
71
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
flash built-in
great maximum aperture (f)
doesn't have Timelapse function
screen is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm XP120 Landscape photography information
Samsung PL210 Landscape photography information
50
focusing manually
decently wide (28mm)
pretty good screen size (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good resolution (16MP)
environment sealing
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.9)
manual mode not possible
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
terrible battery pack (210 CIPA)
37
great maximum aperture (f)
screen size is decent (3 inch)
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (()mm)
manual exposure not possible
no image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
low maximum ISO (0)
lack of RAW format
doesn't have Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm XP120 Vlogging information
Samsung PL210 Vlogging information
33
decently wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
offers face detection focusing
good video quality (1920 x 1080 pixels)
slow max aperture (f3.9)
does not posses selfie friendly display
missing external mic support
27
great maximum aperture (f)
screen is not selfie friendly
no image stabilization
low quality video (1280 x 720 pixels)
doesn't have external microphone support
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Fujifilm XP120 vs Samsung PL210 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm XP120 and Samsung PL210
 Fujifilm FinePix XP120Samsung PL210
General Information
Brand FujiFilm Samsung
Model type Fujifilm FinePix XP120 Samsung PL210
Type Waterproof Ultracompact
Launched 2017-01-05 2011-01-05
Physical type Ultracompact 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 area 28.1mm² 28.5mm²
Sensor resolution 16MP 14MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Highest resolution 4608 x 3456 4320 x 3240
Highest native ISO 3200 -
Highest boosted ISO 6400 -
Lowest native ISO 100 -
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
AF continuous
AF single
AF tracking
Selective AF
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) ()
Maximal aperture f/3.9-4.9 -
Macro focusing distance 9cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 3" 3"
Screen resolution 920 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 4 seconds 8 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shooting rate 10.0fps -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Set WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 4.40 m (at Auto ISO) -
Flash settings Auto, Forced Flash, Suppressed Flash, Slow Synchro -
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p / Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1280 x 720 @ 60p / Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1280 x 720
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video format H.264 -
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In 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 203g (0.45 lbs) -
Physical dimensions 110 x 71 x 28mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.1") 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 life 210 images -
Battery style Battery Pack -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 secs, group shot) -
Time lapse shooting
Storage type Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card -
Card slots One One
Cost at launch $229 $200