Olympus TG-810 vs Samsung PL200
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Olympus TG-810 vs Samsung PL200 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.9) lens
- 215g - 100 x 65 x 26mm
- Revealed August 2011
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 31-217mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
- 170g - 100 x 60 x 21mm
- Revealed July 2010
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The following is a comprehensive overview of the Olympus TG-810 and Samsung PL200, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the TG-810 (14MP) and the PL200 (14MP) is pretty close and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe TG-810 was unveiled 14 months after the PL200 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a complete comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the TG-810 grades vs the PL200 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus TG-810 & Samsung PL200. The full galleries are available at Olympus TG-810 Gallery & Samsung PL200 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-810 over the Samsung PL200
| TG-810 | PL200 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | August 2011 | July 2010 | Newer by 14 months | |
| Screen resolution | 920k | 230k | Clearer screen (+690k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung PL200 over the Olympus TG-810
| PL200 | TG-810 |
|---|
Common features in the Olympus TG-810 and Samsung PL200
| TG-810 | PL200 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually | No manual focus | |||
| Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
| Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen measurement | |
| Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
| Touch screen | Neither offers Touch screen |
Olympus TG-810 vs Samsung PL200 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-810 offers exterior measurements of 100mm x 65mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 1.0") along with a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Samsung PL200 has measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs).
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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select at that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the TG-810 and the PL200.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the TG-810 and PL200 is 92 and 94 respectively.
Olympus TG-810 vs Samsung PL200 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's difficult to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions only by researching specifications. The pic here will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-810 and PL200.
To sum up, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of photographs although you have to consider the age of the cameras into account. The newer TG-810 provides a benefit in sensor innovation.
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Olympus TG-810 vs Samsung PL200 Specifications
| Olympus TG-810 | Samsung PL200 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Olympus | Samsung |
| Model | Olympus TG-810 | Samsung PL200 |
| Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
| Revealed | 2011-08-16 | 2010-07-21 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | TruePic III+ | - |
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14MP | 14MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 31-217mm (7.0x) |
| Highest aperture | f/3.9-5.9 | f/3.3-5.5 |
| Macro focus range | 3cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 3" | 3" |
| Resolution of display | 920 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Display tech | TFT Hypercrystal III Color LCD | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
| Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | 4.20 m | 4.60 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) | 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
| Microphone jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | BuiltIn | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 215 grams (0.47 lb) | 170 grams (0.37 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 100 x 65 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 1.0") | 100 x 60 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.4" 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 | 220 photographs | - |
| Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery model | LI-50B | BP70A |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC'/MMC, Internal |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Retail cost | $428 | $0 |