Samsung NX100 vs Samsung PL200

Here, we are contrasting the Samsung NX100 and Samsung PL200, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are manufactured by Samsung. The image resolution of the NX100 (15MP) and the PL200 (14MP) is very similar but the NX100 (APS-C) and PL200 (1/2.3") posses different sensor dimensions.

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The NX100 was announced 2 months later than the PL200 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Samsung NX100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung PL200 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the NX100 matches up versus the PL200 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung NX100 and Samsung PL200. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung NX100 Gallery and Samsung PL200 Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and size. The Samsung NX100 has outer dimensions of 120mm x 71mm x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") along with a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs) while the Samsung PL200 has specifications of 100mm x 60mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs).

Analyze the Samsung NX100 and Samsung PL200 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the NX100 versus the PL200.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NX100 and PL200 is 88 and 94 respectively.

More often than not, it can be hard to imagine the difference between sensor measurements just by going over a spec sheet. The visual here might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the NX100 and PL200.

Clearly, the two cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The NX100 using its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Samsung NX100 will offer you more detail with its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images a good deal more aggressively.