Kodak M550 vs Samsung PL200
95 Imaging
35 Features
20 Overall
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94 Imaging
37 Features
22 Overall
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Kodak M550 vs Samsung PL200 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1000
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-140mm (F) lens
- 125g - 98 x 58 x 23mm
- Introduced January 2010
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 31-217mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
- 170g - 100 x 60 x 21mm
- Launched July 2010

Kodak M550 vs Samsung PL200 Overview
Following is a complete comparison of the Kodak M550 and Samsung PL200, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Kodak and Samsung. The image resolution of the M550 (12MP) and the PL200 (14MP) is relatively well matched and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The M550 was announced 6 months before the PL200 and they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise summary of how the M550 matches up vs the PL200 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Kodak M550 vs Samsung PL200 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare M550 & Samsung PL200. The whole galleries are viewable at Kodak M550 Gallery & Samsung PL200 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak M550 over the Samsung PL200
M550 | PL200 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung PL200 over the Kodak M550
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Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Kodak M550 and Samsung PL200
M550 | PL200 | |||
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Launched | January 2010 | ![]() | July 2010 | Similar age |
Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch screen |
Kodak M550 vs Samsung PL200 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry around your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and volume. The Kodak M550 features external dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst 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).
Contrast the Kodak M550 and Samsung PL200 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is the front view size comparison of the M550 and the PL200.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the M550 and PL200 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Kodak M550 vs Samsung PL200 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizes only by checking specifications. The picture here will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the M550 and PL200.
Plainly, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can count on the Samsung PL200 to give you extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a little more aggressively.

Kodak M550 vs Samsung PL200 Screen and ViewFinder


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Kodak M550 vs Samsung PL200 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare M550 | Samsung PL200 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Kodak | Samsung |
Model type | Kodak EasyShare M550 | Samsung PL200 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2010-01-05 | 2010-07-21 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 1000 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 31-217mm (7.0x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/3.3-5.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1400s | 1/1500s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 4.60 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video data format | - | H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 125 gr (0.28 lb) | 170 gr (0.37 lb) |
Dimensions | 98 x 58 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 100 x 60 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | KLIC-7006 | BP70A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, double) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC'/MMC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $119 | $0 |