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Nikon S2900 vs Samsung PL210

Portability
96
Imaging
45
Features
32
Overall
39
Nikon Coolpix S2900 front
 
Samsung PL210 front
Portability
99
Imaging
36
Features
19
Overall
29

Nikon S2900 vs Samsung PL210 Key Specs

Nikon S2900
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Digital Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
  • 119g - 95 x 59 x 20mm
  • Announced January 2015
Samsung PL210
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 0 - 0
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • n/ag - 100 x 59 x 20mm
  • Launched January 2011
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Nikon S2900 vs Samsung PL210 Overview

The following is a complete analysis of the Nikon S2900 vs Samsung PL210, both Ultracompact digital cameras by companies Nikon and Samsung. There is a considerable difference between the resolutions of the S2900 (20MP) and PL210 (14MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S2900 was announced 4 years after the PL210 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before going through a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise summation of how the S2900 scores versus the PL210 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S2900 over the Samsung PL210

 S2900 PL210 
LaunchedJanuary 2015January 2011Newer by 49 months

Reasons to pick Samsung PL210 over the Nikon S2900

 PL210 S2900 
Display sizing3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")

Common features in the Nikon S2900 and Samsung PL210

 S2900 PL210 
Focus manually Lack of manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kExact same display resolution
Selfie screen Neither has selfie screen
Touch display Neither has Touch display

Nikon S2900 vs Samsung PL210 Physical Comparison

When you are intending to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon S2900 has physical measurements of 95mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs) while the Samsung PL210 has proportions of 100mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the S2900 and the PL210.

Nikon S2900 vs Samsung PL210 size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the S2900 and PL210 is 96 and 99 respectively.

Nikon S2900 vs Samsung PL210 top view buttons comparison

Nikon S2900 vs Samsung PL210 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, its tough to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reading specifications. The picture underneath should give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the S2900 and PL210.

Plainly, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You can expect to see the Nikon S2900 to offer you greater detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images a little more aggressively. The newer S2900 should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.

Nikon S2900 vs Samsung PL210 sensor size comparison

Nikon S2900 vs Samsung PL210 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S2900 vs Samsung PL210 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon S2900 Portrait photography information
Samsung PL210 Portrait photography information
38
megapixel count decent (20 megapixels)
offers face detect focus
no manual focus
manual exposure not possible
external flash not possible
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW format
28
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
no manual exposure
cannot use external flash
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Nikon S2900 Street photography info
Samsung PL210 Street photography info
59
has image stabilization (Digital)
no articulating screen
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW format
49
fixed screen
no image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
maximum ISO low (0)
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Sports Comparison

Nikon S2900 Sports photography factors
Samsung PL210 Sports photography factors
51
has image stabilization (Digital)
megapixel count decent (20 megapixels)
offers tracking focus
better than average battery life (250 shots)
no shutter priority
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
26
megapixel count good (14MP)
fixed focal length (()mm)
no shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Nikon S2900 Travel photography highlights
Samsung PL210 Travel photography highlights
70
better than average battery life (250 shots)
megapixel count decent (20 megapixels)
has built in flash
pretty wide (26mm)
does not have Time Lapse mode
screen is not selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
70
megapixel count good (14MP)
flash built-in
good maximum aperture (f)
does not have Timelapse mode
does not have selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon S2900 Landscape photography features
Samsung PL210 Landscape photography features
44
pretty wide (26mm)
has image stabilization (Digital)
megapixel count decent (20 megapixels)
better than average battery life (250 CIPA)
no manual focus
can't change lenses (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inches)
manual exposure not possible
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW format
does not have Time Lapse mode
36
good maximum aperture (f)
nice screen size (3")
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
fixed focal length (()mm)
no manual exposure
no image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
maximum ISO low (0)
no RAW files
does not have Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon S2900 Vlogging factors
Samsung PL210 Vlogging factors
32
pretty wide (26mm)
has image stabilization (Digital)
offers face detect focus
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
screen is not selfie friendly
video resolution low (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have mic jack
27
good maximum aperture (f)
does not have selfie friendly display
no image stabilization
low video resolution (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have external microphone jack
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Nikon S2900 vs Samsung PL210 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S2900 and Samsung PL210
 Nikon Coolpix S2900Samsung PL210
General Information
Brand Name Nikon Samsung
Model Nikon Coolpix S2900 Samsung PL210
Type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Announced 2015-01-14 2011-01-05
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Chip Expeed C2 -
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 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, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Max resolution 5152 x 3864 4320 x 3240
Max native ISO 3200 -
Lowest native ISO 80 -
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 26-130mm (5.0x) ()
Largest aperture f/3.2-6.5 -
Macro focus distance 10cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.7 inch 3 inch
Resolution of display 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 4 seconds 8 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 4.00 m -
External flash
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30p) 1280 x 720
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video data format Motion JPEG -
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) none
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 119 gr (0.26 lb) -
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 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 250 images -
Style of battery Battery Pack -
Battery model EN-EL19 -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) -
Time lapse shooting
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal -
Storage slots One One
Retail price $117 $200