Nikon L610 vs Samsung PL200
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Nikon L610 vs Samsung PL200 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-350mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 240g - 108 x 69 x 34mm
- Announced August 2012
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 31-217mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
- 170g - 100 x 60 x 21mm
- Announced July 2010

Nikon L610 vs Samsung PL200 Overview
Lets look closer at the Nikon L610 and Samsung PL200, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Nikon and Samsung. The image resolution of the L610 (16MP) and the PL200 (14MP) is very well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The L610 was brought out 2 years after the PL200 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the L610 grades vs the PL200 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon L610 vs Samsung PL200 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L610 and Samsung PL200. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon L610 Gallery and Samsung PL200 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L610 over the Samsung PL200
L610 | PL200 | |||
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Announced | August 2012 | ![]() | July 2010 | Newer by 25 months |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung PL200 over the Nikon L610
PL200 | L610 |
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Common features in the Nikon L610 and Samsung PL200
L610 | PL200 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Nikon L610 vs Samsung PL200 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon L610 enjoys exterior dimensions of 108mm x 69mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") and a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs) while the Samsung PL200 has proportions of 100mm x 60mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") and a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon L610 and Samsung PL200 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at the time. The following is the front view size comparison of the L610 versus the PL200.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the L610 and PL200 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Nikon L610 vs Samsung PL200 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be tough to envision the gap between sensor dimensions just by looking at a spec sheet. The image here will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the L610 and PL200.
Clearly, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Nikon L610 to give greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The younger L610 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.

Nikon L610 vs Samsung PL200 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon L610 vs Samsung PL200 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L610 | Samsung PL200 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L610 | Samsung PL200 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2012-08-09 | 2010-07-21 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-350mm (14.0x) | 31-217mm (7.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.3-5.5 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD with anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/6000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 4.60 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video format | H.264 | H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 240g (0.53 lb) | 170g (0.37 lb) |
Dimensions | 108 x 69 x 34mm (4.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") | 100 x 60 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 120 photos | - |
Battery format | AA | - |
Battery model | 2 x AA | BP70A |
Self timer | - | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC'/MMC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $150 | $0 |