Pentax VS20 vs Samsung PL200

Its time to look more in depth at the Pentax VS20 versus Samsung PL200, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Pentax and Samsung. The resolution of the VS20 (16MP) and the PL200 (14MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The VS20 was announced 19 months later than the PL200 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a in depth comparison, here is a short summation of how the VS20 matches up vs the PL200 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax Optio VS20 and Samsung PL200. The whole galleries are available at Pentax VS20 Gallery and Samsung PL200 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and volume. The Pentax VS20 enjoys physical dimensions of 111mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.5") and a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs) whilst the Samsung PL200 has sizing of 100mm x 60mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") and a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs).

Contrast the Pentax VS20 versus Samsung PL200 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the VS20 versus the PL200.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the VS20 and PL200 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizing just by going through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath should provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the VS20 and PL200.

Clearly, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Pentax VS20 to show more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The fresher VS20 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.