Nikon S570 vs Samsung PL200

Here is a comprehensive comparison of the Nikon S570 and Samsung PL200, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Nikon and Samsung. The resolution of the S570 (12MP) and the PL200 (14MP) is pretty similar and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S570 was released 11 months prior to the PL200 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick overview of how the S570 scores against the PL200 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S570 & Samsung PL200. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S570 Gallery & Samsung PL200 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon S570 enjoys external measurements of 92mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Samsung PL200 has sizing of 100mm x 60mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") having a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon S570 and Samsung PL200 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the S570 compared to the PL200.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the S570 and PL200 is 95 and 94 respectively.

In many cases, it is very tough to picture the gap between sensor sizing merely by reading a spec sheet. The visual below may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the S570 and PL200.

As you can see, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You can expect the Samsung PL200 to deliver more detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs far more aggressively. The older S570 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.