Samsung NX2000 vs Samsung PL120
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Samsung NX2000 vs Samsung PL120 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 228g - 119 x 65 x 36mm
- Introduced November 2013
- Older Model is Samsung NX1100
- Renewed by Samsung NX3000
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 0 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 94 x 54 x 19mm
- Released January 2011
Samsung NX2000 vs Samsung PL120 Overview
Let's look more closely at the Samsung NX2000 and Samsung PL120, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Ultracompact and both of them are produced by Samsung. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the NX2000 (20MP) and PL120 (14MP) and the NX2000 (APS-C) and PL120 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor measurements.
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe NX2000 was introduced 2 years after the PL120 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung NX2000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung PL120 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the NX2000 scores against the PL120 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Samsung NX2000 vs Samsung PL120 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX2000 and Samsung PL120. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung NX2000 Gallery and Samsung PL120 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX2000 over the Samsung PL120
NX2000 | PL120 | |||
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Released | November 2013 | January 2011 | More modern by 36 months | |
Focus manually | Very accurate focus | |||
Screen size | 3.7" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+1") | |
Screen resolution | 1152k | 230k | Crisper screen (+922k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung PL120 over the Samsung NX2000
PL120 | NX2000 |
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Common features in the Samsung NX2000 and Samsung PL120
NX2000 | PL120 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen |
Samsung NX2000 vs Samsung PL120 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry around your camera, you are going to need to think about its weight and measurements. The Samsung NX2000 has physical dimensions of 119mm x 65mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.4") and a weight of 228 grams (0.50 lbs) while the Samsung PL120 has proportions of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Analyze the Samsung NX2000 and Samsung PL120 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use during that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the NX2000 vs the PL120.
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the NX2000 and PL120 is 89 and 99 respectively.
Samsung NX2000 vs Samsung PL120 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizes only by reading through technical specs. The picture here will offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the NX2000 and PL120.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The NX2000 using its bigger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Samsung NX2000 will give you greater detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The newer NX2000 is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.
Samsung NX2000 vs Samsung PL120 Screen and ViewFinder
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Samsung NX2000 vs Samsung PL120 Specifications
Samsung NX2000 | Samsung PL120 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Samsung | Samsung |
Model type | Samsung NX2000 | Samsung PL120 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2013-11-30 | 2011-01-05 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | - |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 21 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Samsung NX | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | () |
Total lenses | 32 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 1,152k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 8 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 8.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | - |
Flash options | no built-in flash | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/180 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1920 x 810 (24 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 228 gr (0.50 lb) | - |
Physical dimensions | 119 x 65 x 36mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.4") | 94 x 54 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 75 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 23.4 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.3 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 908 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 340 pictures | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | BP1130 | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC/ MicroSDXC | - |
Card slots | 1 | - |
Pricing at launch | $599 | $150 |