Samsung NX5 vs Samsung PL200
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Samsung NX5 vs Samsung PL200 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 499g - 123 x 87 x 40mm
- Launched June 2010
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- 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
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Let's take a closer look at the Samsung NX5 vs Samsung PL200, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both produced by Samsung. The image resolution of the NX5 (15MP) and the PL200 (14MP) is pretty similar but the NX5 (APS-C) and PL200 (1/2.3") use different sensor size.
Photography GlossaryThe NX5 was launched at a similar time to the PL200 which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras come with different body type with the Samsung NX5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung PL200 being a Compact camera.
Before we go through a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the NX5 grades vs the PL200 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung NX5 and Samsung PL200. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung NX5 Gallery and Samsung PL200 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX5 over the Samsung PL200
| NX5 | PL200 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Dial precise focusing |
Reasons to pick Samsung PL200 over the Samsung NX5
| PL200 | NX5 |
|---|
Common features in the Samsung NX5 and Samsung PL200
| NX5 | PL200 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | June 2010 |  | July 2010 | Similar generation |
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen dimension | 3" |  | 3" | Identical screen size |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Neither provides Touch friendly screen |
Samsung NX5 vs Samsung PL200 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and proportions. The Samsung NX5 provides external measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") along with a weight of 499 grams (1.10 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).
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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the NX5 vs the PL200.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the NX5 and PL200 is 80 and 94 respectively.
Samsung NX5 vs Samsung PL200 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing only by reviewing a spec sheet. The visual underneath will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the NX5 and PL200.
Clearly, each of the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The NX5 featuring a bigger sensor is going to make getting bokeh easier and the Samsung NX5 will offer extra detail utilizing its extra 1MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures much more aggressively.
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Samsung NX5 vs Samsung PL200 Specifications
| Samsung NX5 | Samsung PL200 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Samsung | Samsung |
| Model type | Samsung NX5 | Samsung PL200 |
| Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Small Sensor Compact |
| Launched | 2010-06-01 | 2010-07-21 |
| Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | DRIM Engine | - |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 23.4 x 15.6mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 365.0mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 15MP | 14MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4592 x 3056 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Total focus points | 15 | - |
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | Samsung NX | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | - | 31-217mm (7.0x) |
| Largest aperture | - | f/3.3-5.5 |
| Macro focusing range | - | 5cm |
| Amount of lenses | 32 | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Screen tech | Active Matrix OLED screen | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.57x | - |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
| Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames/s | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 11.00 m | 4.60 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Max flash sync | 1/180 seconds | - |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
| Video file format | H.264 | H.264 |
| Microphone input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | Optional | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 499g (1.10 lb) | 170g (0.37 lb) |
| Dimensions | 123 x 87 x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") | 100 x 60 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 400 shots | - |
| Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | BP1130 | BP70A |
| Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | Yes |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC'/MMC, Internal |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Launch pricing | $499 | $0 |
