Nikon S620 vs Samsung PL200

Let's examine more closely at the Nikon S620 and Samsung PL200, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Samsung. The image resolution of the S620 (12MP) and the PL200 (14MP) is pretty similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S620 was brought out 17 months before the PL200 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a quick view of how the S620 scores against the PL200 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S620 and Samsung PL200. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon S620 Gallery and Samsung PL200 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon S620 offers exterior measurements of 90mm x 53mm x 23mm (3.5" x 2.1" x 0.9") with a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs) whilst the Samsung PL200 has sizing of 100mm x 60mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs).

Examine the Nikon S620 and Samsung PL200 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at that time. The following is the front view size comparison of the S620 compared to the PL200.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the S620 and PL200 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizes merely by reviewing technical specs. The pic below will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the S620 and PL200.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You should expect the Samsung PL200 to deliver extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The more aged S620 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.