Kodak Mini vs Samsung PL210

Below is a extended analysis of the Kodak Mini and Samsung PL210, both Ultracompact digital cameras by companies Kodak and Samsung. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the Mini (10MP) and PL210 (14MP) and the Mini (1/3") and PL210 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor sizing.

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The Mini was introduced very close to the PL210 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before going straight to a full comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the Mini scores against the PL210 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare Mini & Samsung PL210. The whole galleries are viewable at Kodak Mini Gallery & Samsung PL210 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera often, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Kodak Mini offers physical measurements of 86mm x 53mm x 18mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of 99 grams (0.22 lbs) while the Samsung PL210 has dimensions 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).

Compare the Kodak Mini and Samsung PL210 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the Mini and the PL210.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Mini and PL210 is 97 and 99 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to see the contrast between sensor measurements only by going over technical specs. The visual here might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Mini and PL210.

As you have seen, both of these cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The Mini with its tinier sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field trickier and the Samsung PL210 will offer you more detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively.