Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Samsung PL210
90 Imaging
39 Features
55 Overall
45


99 Imaging
37 Features
19 Overall
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Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Samsung PL210 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-481mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 300g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
- Introduced February 2013
- Additionally referred to as Wi-Fi
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 0 - 0
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 100 x 59 x 20mm
- Announced January 2011

Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Samsung PL210 Overview
The following is a extensive review of the Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Samsung PL210, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Ultracompact and they are both manufactured by Samsung. The image resolution of the Galaxy Camera (16MP) and the PL210 (14MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The Galaxy Camera was introduced 2 years after the PL210 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Samsung Galaxy Camera being a Compact camera and the Samsung PL210 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before diving straight to a complete comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the Galaxy Camera scores vs the PL210 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Samsung PL210 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung Galaxy Camera & Samsung PL210. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery & Samsung PL210 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera over the Samsung PL210
Galaxy Camera | PL210 | |||
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Announced | February 2013 | ![]() | January 2011 | Newer by 26 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Screen size | 4.8" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+1.8") |
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+692k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung PL210 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera
PL210 | Galaxy Camera |
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Common features in the Samsung Galaxy Camera and Samsung PL210
Galaxy Camera | PL210 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen |
Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Samsung PL210 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The Samsung Galaxy Camera has exterior measurements of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") and a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs) and the Samsung PL210 has proportions of 100mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Check the Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Samsung PL210 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the Galaxy Camera vs the PL210.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Galaxy Camera and PL210 is 90 and 99 respectively.

Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Samsung PL210 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is tough to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions simply by checking a spec sheet. The picture here should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Galaxy Camera and PL210.
Clearly, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can expect the Samsung Galaxy Camera to give you greater detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots way more aggressively. The younger Galaxy Camera should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.

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Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Samsung PL210 Specifications
Samsung Galaxy Camera | Samsung PL210 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Samsung |
Model | Samsung Galaxy Camera | Samsung PL210 |
Also called as | Wi-Fi | - |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2013-02-19 | 2011-01-05 |
Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | 1.4GHz Quad-Core | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | - |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 23-481mm (20.9x) | () |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 4.8 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 922k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 16 seconds | 8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1280 x 720 |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | none |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 300 grams (0.66 lbs) | - |
Physical dimensions | 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") | 100 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" 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 | ||
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC | - |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $450 | $200 |