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Samsung PL120 vs Samsung PL210

Portability
99
Imaging
37
Features
20
Overall
30
Samsung PL120 front
 
Samsung PL210 front
Portability
99
Imaging
37
Features
19
Overall
29

Samsung PL120 vs Samsung PL210 Key Specs

Samsung PL120
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 0 - 3200
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • n/ag - 94 x 54 x 19mm
  • Released January 2011
Samsung PL210
(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
  • Launched January 2011
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Samsung PL120 vs Samsung PL210 Overview

Below, we will be evaluating the Samsung PL120 versus Samsung PL210, both Ultracompact digital cameras and both of them are created by Samsung. The sensor resolution of the PL120 (14MP) and the PL210 (14MP) is pretty similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The PL120 was announced about the same time to the PL210 so they are of a similar generation. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before diving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the PL120 matches up versus the PL210 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Samsung PL120 over the Samsung PL210

 PL120 PL210 

Reasons to pick Samsung PL210 over the Samsung PL120

 PL210 PL120 
Screen dimension3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")

Common features in the Samsung PL120 and Samsung PL210

 PL120 PL210 
LaunchedJanuary 2011January 2011Similar generation
Manually focus No manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kEqual screen resolution
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch screen Neither features Touch screen

Samsung PL120 vs Samsung PL210 Physical Comparison

For those who are looking to carry around your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Samsung PL120 enjoys outside measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while the Samsung PL210 has proportions of 100mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use during that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the PL120 compared to the PL210.

Samsung PL120 vs Samsung PL210 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the PL120 and PL210 is 99 and 99 respectively.

Samsung PL120 vs Samsung PL210 top view buttons comparison

Samsung PL120 vs Samsung PL210 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, its tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizes just by going over technical specs. The picture here will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the PL120 and PL210.

As you can tell, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same MP so you should expect similar quality of pictures but you should really factor the release date of the products into consideration.

Samsung PL120 vs Samsung PL210 sensor size comparison

Samsung PL120 vs Samsung PL210 Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung PL120 vs Samsung PL210 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung PL120 Portrait photography details
Samsung PL210 Portrait photography details
28
good resolution (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
manual exposure not available
can't use external flash
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
28
good resolution (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
no manual exposure
no external flash support
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Street Comparison

Samsung PL120 Street photography factors
Samsung PL210 Street photography factors
49
screen does not articulate
no image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
49
no moving screen
no image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
maximum ISO low (0)
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Sports Comparison

Samsung PL120 Sports photography details
Samsung PL210 Sports photography details
26
good resolution (14MP)
can't change focal length (()mm)
lack of shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
26
good resolution (14MP)
fixed focal length (()mm)
no shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Samsung PL120 Travel photography factors
Samsung PL210 Travel photography factors
71
good resolution (14MP)
built-in flash
very good maximum aperture (f)
lack of Timelapse function
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
71
good resolution (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
very good max aperture (f)
missing Time Lapse mode
display is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Samsung PL120 as a Landscape photography camera
Samsung PL210 as a Landscape photography camera
33
very good maximum aperture (f)
good resolution (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
cannot swap lens (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (()mm)
small screen (2.7 inch)
manual exposure not available
no image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
lack of Timelapse function
37
very good max aperture (f)
screen size is good (3 inch)
good resolution (14MP)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
fixed focal length (()mm)
no manual exposure
no image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
maximum ISO low (0)
lack of RAW files
missing Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung PL120 Vlogging details
Samsung PL210 Vlogging details
31
very good maximum aperture (f)
does have external microphone port
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
no image stabilization
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pxls)
27
very good max aperture (f)
display is not selfie friendly
no image stabilization
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing external mic port
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Samsung PL120 vs Samsung PL210 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung PL120 and Samsung PL210
 Samsung PL120Samsung PL210
General Information
Brand Samsung Samsung
Model type Samsung PL120 Samsung PL210
Type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Released 2011-01-05 2011-01-05
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.16 x 4.62mm 6.16 x 4.62mm
Sensor surface area 28.5mm² 28.5mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Highest Possible resolution 4608 x 3456 4320 x 3240
Maximum native ISO 3200 -
Lowest native ISO - -
RAW data
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch to focus
Continuous AF
AF single
AF tracking
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range () ()
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.7 inch 3 inch
Display resolution 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 8 secs 8 secs
Max shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
External flash
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 1280 x 720
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none none
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Dimensions 94 x 54 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") 100 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" 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
Time lapse feature
Storage slots - 1
Retail cost $150 $200