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Nikon S6900 vs Samsung PL210

Portability
93
Imaging
40
Features
43
Overall
41
Nikon Coolpix S6900 front
 
Samsung PL210 front
Portability
99
Imaging
36
Features
19
Overall
29

Nikon S6900 vs Samsung PL210 Key Specs

Nikon S6900
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Display
  • ISO 125 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-300mm (F3.3-6.3) lens
  • 181g - 99 x 58 x 28mm
  • Launched February 2015
Samsung PL210
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 0 - 0
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • n/ag - 100 x 59 x 20mm
  • Revealed January 2011
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Nikon S6900 vs Samsung PL210 Overview

The following is a extended overview of the Nikon S6900 and Samsung PL210, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Nikon and Samsung. The resolution of the S6900 (16MP) and the PL210 (14MP) is pretty close and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S6900 was revealed 4 years after the PL210 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the S6900 scores vs the PL210 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S6900 over the Samsung PL210

 S6900 PL210 
RevealedFebruary 2015January 2011Newer by 50 months
Screen typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating screen
Screen resolution460k230kSharper screen (+230k dot)
Selfie screen Take selfies

Reasons to pick Samsung PL210 over the Nikon S6900

 PL210 S6900 

Common features in the Nikon S6900 and Samsung PL210

 S6900 PL210 
Manually focus No manual focus
Screen size3"3"Same screen dimensions
Touch screen Neither provides Touch screen

Nikon S6900 vs Samsung PL210 Physical Comparison

If you are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and size. The Nikon S6900 provides physical measurements of 99mm x 58mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 181 grams (0.40 lbs) while the Samsung PL210 has specifications of 100mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S6900 and Samsung PL210 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at that moment. Here is a front view scale comparison of the S6900 versus the PL210.

Nikon S6900 vs Samsung PL210 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S6900 and PL210 is 93 and 99 respectively.

Nikon S6900 vs Samsung PL210 top view buttons comparison

Nikon S6900 vs Samsung PL210 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it can be tough to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by viewing specifications. The pic here will give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the S6900 and PL210.

Plainly, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Nikon S6900 to provide you with more detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The fresher S6900 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.

Nikon S6900 vs Samsung PL210 sensor size comparison

Nikon S6900 vs Samsung PL210 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S6900 vs Samsung PL210 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon S6900 Portrait photography highlights
Samsung PL210 Portrait photography highlights
35
good MP (16MP)
has face detect autofocus
focusing manually not possible
manual mode not available
can't use external flash
small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
28
good MP (14MP)
focusing manually not possible
manual mode not available
no external flash support
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Street Comparison

Nikon S6900 Street photography highlights
Samsung PL210 Street photography highlights
62
screen articulates
image stabilization (Optical)
small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
heavier than others in class (181 grams)
49
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
max ISO too low (0)
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Nikon S6900
Sports photography with Samsung PL210
41
image stabilization (Optical)
good MP (16MP)
has tracking focus
no shutter priority
small sensor (1/2.3")
low battery life (180 per charge)
lack of phase detect autofocus
26
good MP (14MP)
fixed focal length (()mm)
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Nikon S6900 Travel photography factors
Samsung PL210 Travel photography factors
67
good MP (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
display is selfie friendly
decently wide (25mm)
very long reach (300mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse function
low battery life (180 shots)
heavier than others in class (181g)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
70
good MP (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
very good maximum aperture (f)
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
does not have selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon S6900 as a Landscape photography camera
Samsung PL210 as a Landscape photography camera
41
decently wide (25mm)
good sized screen (3 inches)
image stabilization (Optical)
good MP (16MP)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
manual mode not available
small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
low battery life (180 per charge)
doesn't have Time Lapse function
36
very good maximum aperture (f)
screen size is good (3 inches)
good MP (14MP)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
fixed focal length (()mm)
manual mode not available
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
max ISO too low (0)
no RAW support
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon S6900 Vlogging highlights
Samsung PL210 Vlogging highlights
70
decently wide (25mm)
display is selfie friendly
image stabilization (Optical)
has face detect autofocus
high res video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
doesn't have mic socket
heavier than others in class (181 grams)
27
very good maximum aperture (f)
does not have selfie friendly display
lack of image stabilization
low quality video (1280 x 720 pxls)
doesn't have mic port
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Nikon S6900 vs Samsung PL210 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S6900 and Samsung PL210
 Nikon Coolpix S6900Samsung PL210
General Information
Manufacturer Nikon Samsung
Model Nikon Coolpix S6900 Samsung PL210
Type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Launched 2015-02-10 2011-01-05
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.16 x 4.62mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.5mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixels 14 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 -
Highest Possible resolution 4608 x 3456 4320 x 3240
Maximum native ISO 6400 -
Lowest native ISO 125 -
RAW images
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 25-300mm (12.0x) ()
Maximal aperture f/3.3-6.3 -
Macro focus range 2cm -
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fully Articulated Fixed Type
Display diagonal 3 inch 3 inch
Display resolution 460 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 4 secs 8 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/4000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shutter speed 9.0 frames per second -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 2.80 m (at Auto ISO) -
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (60i, 50i, 30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) 1280 x 720
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 -
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) none
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 181 gr (0.40 lbs) -
Physical dimensions 99 x 58 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") 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 180 shots -
Type of battery Battery Pack -
Battery model EN-EL19 -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 secs) -
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC -
Storage slots One One
Pricing at release $190 $200