Samsung HZ50W vs Samsung PL210
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Samsung HZ50W vs Samsung PL210 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 3200 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-676mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 426g - 116 x 83 x 91mm
- Released May 2010
- Also referred to as WB5500
(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
- Released January 2011

Samsung HZ50W vs Samsung PL210 Overview
Its time to look a bit more closely at the Samsung HZ50W versus Samsung PL210, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Ultracompact and both of them are built by Samsung. The image resolution of the HZ50W (14MP) and the PL210 (14MP) is relatively similar and they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The HZ50W was introduced 8 months earlier than the PL210 so they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung HZ50W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung PL210 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before going in to a complete comparison, below is a simple view of how the HZ50W matches up against the PL210 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Samsung HZ50W vs Samsung PL210 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung HZ50W & Samsung PL210. The whole galleries are available at Samsung HZ50W Gallery & Samsung PL210 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ50W over the Samsung PL210
HZ50W | PL210 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More precise focus |
Reasons to pick Samsung PL210 over the Samsung HZ50W
PL210 | HZ50W | |||
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Released | January 2011 | ![]() | May 2010 | More modern by 8 months |
Common features in the Samsung HZ50W and Samsung PL210
HZ50W | PL210 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen size |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither has Touch screen |
Samsung HZ50W vs Samsung PL210 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and size. The Samsung HZ50W has outside measurements of 116mm x 83mm x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") having a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs) whilst the Samsung PL210 has specifications of 100mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Analyze the Samsung HZ50W versus Samsung PL210 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the HZ50W and the PL210.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the HZ50W and PL210 is 70 and 99 respectively.

Samsung HZ50W vs Samsung PL210 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's hard to see the gap between sensor sizes merely by reading specifications. The pic here will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the HZ50W and PL210.
To sum up, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical megapixels so you can expect similar quality of images but you would want to take the age of the products into consideration. The more aged HZ50W is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Samsung HZ50W vs Samsung PL210 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung HZ50W vs Samsung PL210 Specifications
Samsung HZ50W | Samsung PL210 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Samsung | Samsung |
Model | Samsung HZ50W | Samsung PL210 |
Also Known as | WB5500 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Released | 2010-05-03 | 2011-01-05 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | - |
Maximum boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 64 | - |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-676mm (26.0x) | () |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | - |
Macro focus range | 10cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 16s | 8s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.60 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | - |
External flash | ||
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, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | - |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 426 gr (0.94 pounds) | - |
Dimensions | 116 x 83 x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") | 100 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" 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 | SLB-11A | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SC/SDHC, Internal | - |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $250 | $200 |