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Samsung PL170 vs Samsung PL210

Portability
99
Imaging
39
Features
20
Overall
31
Samsung PL170 front
 
Samsung PL210 front
Portability
99
Imaging
37
Features
19
Overall
29

Samsung PL170 vs Samsung PL210 Key Specs

Samsung PL170
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 0 - 3200
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • n/ag - 95 x 57 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
  • Introduced January 2011
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Samsung PL170 vs Samsung PL210 Overview

The following is a in-depth assessment of the Samsung PL170 and Samsung PL210, both Ultracompact digital cameras and both of them are created by Samsung. The image resolution of the PL170 (16MP) and the PL210 (14MP) is pretty similar and both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The PL170 was introduced within a month of the PL210 so they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before getting straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the PL170 grades against the PL210 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Samsung PL170 over the Samsung PL210

 PL170 PL210 

Reasons to pick Samsung PL210 over the Samsung PL170

 PL210 PL170 

Common features in the Samsung PL170 and Samsung PL210

 PL170 PL210 
IntroducedJanuary 2011January 2011Similar generation
Manually focus No manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen size3"3"Same screen sizing
Screen resolution230k230kExact same screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen
Touch screen Neither features Touch screen

Samsung PL170 vs Samsung PL210 Physical Comparison

When you are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Samsung PL170 enjoys outside measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Samsung PL210 has measurements 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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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the PL170 and the PL210.

Samsung PL170 vs Samsung PL210 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the PL170 and PL210 is 99 and 99 respectively.

Samsung PL170 vs Samsung PL210 top view buttons comparison

Samsung PL170 vs Samsung PL210 Sensor Comparison

Often, it can be hard to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions just by reviewing technical specs. The pic underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the PL170 and PL210.

As you can tell, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Samsung PL170 to offer more detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively.

Samsung PL170 vs Samsung PL210 sensor size comparison

Samsung PL170 vs Samsung PL210 Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung PL170 vs Samsung PL210 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung PL170 Portrait photography information
Samsung PL210 Portrait photography information
30
decent megapixels (16 megapixels)
manual focus not available
lack of manual exposure
no external flash support
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
28
good MP (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
manual exposure not possible
cannot use external flash
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Samsung PL170 Street photography details
Samsung PL210 Street photography details
50
screen does not articulate
no image stabilization
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
49
screen is fixed
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
low max ISO (0)
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Sports Comparison

Samsung PL170 as a Sports photography camera
Samsung PL210 as a Sports photography camera
27
decent megapixels (16 megapixels)
focal length is fixed (()mm)
no shutter priority
no image stabilization
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
26
good MP (14 megapixels)
focal length is fixed (()mm)
no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Samsung PL170 Travel photography highlights
Samsung PL210 Travel photography highlights
71
decent megapixels (16MP)
built-in flash
great maximum aperture (f)
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
screen isn't selfie friendly
71
good MP (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
very good maximum aperture (f)
doesn't have Time Lapse function
doesn't have selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Samsung PL170 Landscape photography advice
Samsung PL210 Landscape photography advice
39
great maximum aperture (f)
screen size is good (3")
decent megapixels (16 megapixels)
manual focus not available
cannot change lenses (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed (()mm)
lack of manual exposure
no image stabilization
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
37
very good maximum aperture (f)
screen is a good size (3 inch)
good MP (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed (()mm)
manual exposure not possible
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
low max ISO (0)
no RAW format
doesn't have Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung PL170 as a Vlogging camera
Samsung PL210 as a Vlogging camera
27
great maximum aperture (f)
screen isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pixels)
doesn't have mic support
27
very good maximum aperture (f)
doesn't have selfie friendly display
lack of image stabilization
low quality video (1280 x 720 pxls)
doesn't have external mic port
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Samsung PL170 vs Samsung PL210 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung PL170 and Samsung PL210
 Samsung PL170Samsung PL210
General Information
Company Samsung Samsung
Model Samsung PL170 Samsung PL210
Category 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 6.08 x 4.56mm 6.16 x 4.62mm
Sensor area 27.7mm² 28.5mm²
Sensor resolution 16MP 14MP
Anti aliasing filter
Full resolution 4608 x 3456 4320 x 3240
Max native ISO 3200 -
Minimum native ISO - -
RAW support
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range () ()
Focal length multiplier 5.9 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 3 inches 3 inches
Display resolution 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 8 secs 8 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 1280 x 720
Max 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 proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Physical dimensions 95 x 57 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") 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
Time lapse recording
Storage slots 1 1
Retail pricing $175 $200