Nikon S3500 vs Samsung PL200
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![Nikon Coolpix S3500 front Nikon Coolpix S3500 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-S3500/Nikon-S3500-front.jpg)
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Nikon S3500 vs Samsung PL200 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-182mm (F3.4-6.4) lens
- 129g - 97 x 58 x 21mm
- Released February 2013
(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
- Introduced July 2010
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Nikon S3500 vs Samsung PL200 Overview
Here is a extended comparison of the Nikon S3500 and Samsung PL200, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Nikon and Samsung. There is a large difference among the resolutions of the S3500 (20MP) and PL200 (14MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
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The S3500 was announced 2 years later than the PL200 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick summation of how the S3500 scores versus the PL200 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Nikon S3500 vs Samsung PL200 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S3500 & Samsung PL200. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S3500 Gallery & Samsung PL200 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S3500 over the Samsung PL200
S3500 | PL200 | |||
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Introduced | February 2013 | ![]() | July 2010 | Fresher by 32 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung PL200 over the Nikon S3500
PL200 | S3500 | |||
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Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Nikon S3500 and Samsung PL200
S3500 | PL200 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lacking Touch display |
Nikon S3500 vs Samsung PL200 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and size. The Nikon S3500 has exterior dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Samsung PL200 has specifications of 100mm x 60mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs).
Check the Nikon S3500 and Samsung PL200 in our newest 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)
Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the S3500 and the PL200.
![Nikon S3500 vs Samsung PL200 size comparison Nikon S3500 vs Samsung PL200 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S3500-vs-Samsung-PL200-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the S3500 and PL200 is 95 and 94 respectively.
![Nikon S3500 vs Samsung PL200 top view buttons comparison Nikon S3500 vs Samsung PL200 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S3500-vs-Samsung-PL200-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon S3500 vs Samsung PL200 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizing simply by seeing technical specs. The photograph here might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the S3500 and PL200.
As you have seen, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Nikon S3500 to produce extra detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The newer S3500 will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.
![Nikon S3500 vs Samsung PL200 sensor size comparison Nikon S3500 vs Samsung PL200 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S3500-vs-Samsung-PL200-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon S3500 vs Samsung PL200 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon S3500 vs Samsung PL200 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon S3500 vs Samsung PL200 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S3500-vs-Samsung-PL200-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 S3500 vs Samsung PL200 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S3500 | Samsung PL200 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Samsung |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S3500 | Samsung PL200 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2013-02-21 | 2010-07-21 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.16 x 4.62mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-182mm (7.0x) | 31-217mm (7.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.4-6.4 | f/3.3-5.5 |
Macro focusing range | - | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | TFT-LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.60 m |
Flash modes | - | 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 | 1280 x 720 | 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data format | - | H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | 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 | 129 gr (0.28 pounds) | 170 gr (0.37 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 58 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 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 | - | BP70A |
Self timer | - | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | - | SD/SDHC'/MMC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $85 | $0 |