Samsung DV300F vs Samsung PL200
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Samsung DV300F vs Samsung PL200 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.5-6.3) lens
- 133g - 95 x 57 x 18mm
- Released January 2012
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- 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
Samsung DV300F vs Samsung PL200 Overview
Lets examine more closely at the Samsung DV300F versus Samsung PL200, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both of them are produced by Samsung. The sensor resolution of the DV300F (16MP) and the PL200 (14MP) is very well matched and they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe DV300F was brought out 18 months later than the PL200 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving through a complete comparison, below is a short view of how the DV300F grades vs the PL200 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Samsung DV300F vs Samsung PL200 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung DV300F & Samsung PL200. The entire galleries are available at Samsung DV300F Gallery & Samsung PL200 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung DV300F over the Samsung PL200
DV300F | PL200 | |||
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Introduced | January 2012 | July 2010 | More recent by 18 months | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung PL200 over the Samsung DV300F
PL200 | DV300F |
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Common features in the Samsung DV300F and Samsung PL200
DV300F | PL200 | |||
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Focus manually | No manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display sizing | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch display | No Touch display |
Samsung DV300F vs Samsung PL200 Physical Comparison
When you are going to lug around your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The Samsung DV300F has got exterior measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Samsung PL200 has measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") with a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs).
Look at the Samsung DV300F versus Samsung PL200 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have at that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the DV300F against the PL200.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the DV300F and PL200 is 96 and 94 respectively.
Samsung DV300F vs Samsung PL200 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is hard to picture the difference between sensor measurements simply by looking at specifications. The graphic here may give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the DV300F and PL200.
To sum up, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You can expect to see the Samsung DV300F to resolve more detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics far more aggressively. The newer DV300F provides an advantage in sensor tech.
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Samsung DV300F vs Samsung PL200 Specifications
Samsung DV300F | Samsung PL200 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Samsung |
Model | Samsung DV300F | Samsung PL200 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2012-01-02 | 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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-125mm (5.0x) | 31-217mm (7.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.5-6.3 | f/3.3-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 460k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 16 secs | 8 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.10 m | 4.60 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (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 | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 133 grams (0.29 lbs) | 170 grams (0.37 lbs) |
Dimensions | 95 x 57 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 100 x 60 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 model | BP88 | BP70A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC'/MMC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $200 | $0 |