Nikon A100 vs Samsung PL210
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![Nikon Coolpix A100 front Nikon Coolpix A100 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-A100/Nikon-A100-front.jpg)
![Samsung PL210 front Samsung PL210 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Samsung-PL210/Samsung-PL210-front.jpg)
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Nikon A100 vs Samsung PL210 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Raise to 3200)
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 119g - 95 x 59 x 20mm
- Revealed January 2016
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 0 - 0
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 100 x 59 x 20mm
- Revealed January 2011
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Nikon A100 vs Samsung PL210 Overview
Let's look more closely at the Nikon A100 and Samsung PL210, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Nikon and Samsung. There exists a noticeable gap between the resolutions of the A100 (20MP) and PL210 (14MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
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The A100 was manufactured 5 years after the PL210 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before delving right into a detailed comparison, here is a concise overview of how the A100 grades against the PL210 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Nikon A100 vs Samsung PL210 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix A100 & Samsung PL210. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon A100 Gallery & Samsung PL210 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon A100 over the Samsung PL210
A100 | PL210 | |||
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Revealed | January 2016 | ![]() | January 2011 | Newer by 62 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung PL210 over the Nikon A100
PL210 | A100 | |||
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Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Nikon A100 and Samsung PL210
A100 | PL210 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch screen |
Nikon A100 vs Samsung PL210 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon A100 offers outside measurements of 95mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs) while the Samsung PL210 has dimensions of 100mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon A100 and Samsung PL210 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the A100 versus the PL210.
![Nikon A100 vs Samsung PL210 size comparison Nikon A100 vs Samsung PL210 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-A100-vs-Samsung-PL210-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A100 and PL210 is 96 and 99 respectively.
![Nikon A100 vs Samsung PL210 top view buttons comparison Nikon A100 vs Samsung PL210 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-A100-vs-Samsung-PL210-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon A100 vs Samsung PL210 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be hard to envision the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reading specifications. The picture below will give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the A100 and PL210.
Plainly, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Nikon A100 to offer you more detail due to its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more modern A100 will have an edge in sensor technology.
![Nikon A100 vs Samsung PL210 sensor size comparison Nikon A100 vs Samsung PL210 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-A100-vs-Samsung-PL210-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon A100 vs Samsung PL210 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon A100 vs Samsung PL210 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon A100 vs Samsung PL210 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-A100-vs-Samsung-PL210-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Nikon A100 vs Samsung PL210 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix A100 | Samsung PL210 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Coolpix A100 | Samsung PL210 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2016-01-14 | 2011-01-05 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Highest resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | - |
Highest boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Min native ISO | 80 | - |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | () |
Highest aperture | f/3.2-6.5 | - |
Macro focus range | 10cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.1 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m (at Auto ISO) | - |
Flash modes | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, off, fill flash, slow sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30p) | 1280 x 720 |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | - |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 119 grams (0.26 pounds) | - |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 59 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 100 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 photos | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL19 | - |
Self timer | Yes | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | - |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $162 | $200 |