Olympus 550WP vs Samsung PL200

Here, we are comparing the Olympus 550WP versus Samsung PL200, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Samsung. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the 550WP (10MP) and PL200 (14MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The 550WP was brought out 18 months earlier than the PL200 making them a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a full comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the 550WP matches up against the PL200 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus 550WP and Samsung PL200. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus 550WP Gallery and Samsung PL200 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry around your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Olympus 550WP enjoys outer measurements of 94mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Samsung PL200 has measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") along with a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs).

Examine the Olympus 550WP versus Samsung PL200 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the 550WP and the PL200.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the 550WP and PL200 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizes simply by looking through a spec sheet. The picture below might provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the 550WP and PL200.

As you can see, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should anticipate the Samsung PL200 to render more detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more aged 550WP will be behind in sensor tech.