Pentax S1 vs Samsung PL200
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36 Features
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Pentax S1 vs Samsung PL200 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 157g - 114 x 58 x 28mm
- Revealed March 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
- Introduced July 2010

Pentax S1 vs Samsung PL200 Overview
Its time to take a deeper look at the Pentax S1 versus Samsung PL200, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Pentax and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the S1 (14MP) and the PL200 (14MP) is pretty comparable and they feature the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The S1 was manufactured 8 months later than the PL200 and they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go straight into a full comparison, below is a concise summation of how the S1 grades against the PL200 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Pentax S1 vs Samsung PL200 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax Optio S1 and Samsung PL200. The entire galleries are provided at Pentax S1 Gallery and Samsung PL200 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax S1 over the Samsung PL200
S1 | PL200 | |||
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Introduced | March 2011 | ![]() | July 2010 | Fresher by 8 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing |
Reasons to pick Samsung PL200 over the Pentax S1
PL200 | S1 | |||
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Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Pentax S1 and Samsung PL200
S1 | PL200 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch friendly screen |
Pentax S1 vs Samsung PL200 Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and proportions. The Pentax S1 offers physical dimensions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 157 grams (0.35 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 Pentax S1 versus Samsung PL200 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the S1 compared to the PL200.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the S1 and PL200 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Pentax S1 vs Samsung PL200 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing merely by going through a spec sheet. The visual here will provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the S1 and PL200.
As you can see, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same resolution and you should expect comparable quality of pictures however you should factor the production date of the cameras into account. The younger S1 will have an advantage in sensor technology.

Pentax S1 vs Samsung PL200 Screen and ViewFinder


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Pentax S1 vs Samsung PL200 Specifications
Pentax Optio S1 | Samsung PL200 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Pentax | Samsung |
Model | Pentax Optio S1 | Samsung PL200 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2011-03-02 | 2010-07-21 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 31-217mm (7.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/3.3-5.5 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/1500 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.90 m | 4.60 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 157g (0.35 pounds) | 170g (0.37 pounds) |
Dimensions | 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 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 | 260 images | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | D-LI92 | BP70A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC'/MMC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $174 | $0 |