Fujifilm XF1 vs Samsung PL200

Here is a detailed overview of the Fujifilm XF1 vs Samsung PL200, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Samsung. The image resolution of the Fujifilm XF1 (12MP) and the PL200 (14MP) is relatively close but the Fujifilm XF1 (2/3") and PL200 (1/2.3") have different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm XF1 was introduced 2 years later than the PL200 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the Fujifilm XF1 grades versus the PL200 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm XF1 and Samsung PL200. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm XF1 Gallery and Samsung PL200 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to take into account its weight and volume. The Fujifilm XF1 features physical dimensions of 108mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 255 grams (0.56 lbs) and 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).

Examine the Fujifilm XF1 vs Samsung PL200 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using during that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm XF1 and the PL200.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm XF1 and PL200 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Quite often, its tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizing simply by viewing technical specs. The graphic here should give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm XF1 and PL200.

As you have seen, both cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm XF1 with its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field simpler and the Samsung PL200 will render more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm XF1 provides a benefit in sensor technology.