Samsung PL200 vs Samsung SL820
94 Imaging
37 Features
22 Overall
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94 Imaging
34 Features
21 Overall
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Samsung PL200 vs Samsung SL820 Key Specs
(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
- Launched July 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.4-5.8) lens
- 168g - 95 x 59 x 23mm
- Released February 2009
- Additionally Known as IT100

Samsung PL200 vs Samsung SL820 Overview
In this write-up, we are looking at the Samsung PL200 and Samsung SL820, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both are designed by Samsung. The image resolution of the PL200 (14MP) and the SL820 (12MP) is fairly similar and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The PL200 was introduced 18 months later than the SL820 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a in depth comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the PL200 grades against the SL820 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Samsung PL200 vs Samsung SL820 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung PL200 and Samsung SL820. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung PL200 Gallery and Samsung SL820 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung PL200 over the Samsung SL820
PL200 | SL820 | |||
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Released | July 2010 | ![]() | February 2009 | More recent by 18 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung SL820 over the Samsung PL200
SL820 | PL200 |
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Common features in the Samsung PL200 and Samsung SL820
PL200 | SL820 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display dimensions |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither has Touch friendly display |
Samsung PL200 vs Samsung SL820 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Samsung PL200 has outside measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Samsung SL820 has dimensions of 95mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).
Analyze the Samsung PL200 and Samsung SL820 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the PL200 and the SL820.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the PL200 and SL820 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Samsung PL200 vs Samsung SL820 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's tough to imagine the gap between sensor measurements merely by reading a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the PL200 and SL820.
Clearly, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Samsung PL200 to deliver greater detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The newer PL200 should have an edge in sensor technology.

Samsung PL200 vs Samsung SL820 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung PL200 vs Samsung SL820 Specifications
Samsung PL200 | Samsung SL820 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Samsung | Samsung |
Model type | Samsung PL200 | Samsung SL820 |
Also called | - | IT100 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2010-07-21 | 2009-02-17 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 31-217mm (7.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-5.5 | f/3.4-5.8 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8s | 8s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1500s | 1/1500s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.60 m | 4.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync | Auto, On, Off, Auto & Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Fill-in Flash, Flash Off, Red-Eye Fix |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 170 gr (0.37 lb) | 168 gr (0.37 lb) |
Dimensions | 100 x 60 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") | 95 x 59 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
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 ID | BP70A | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC'/MMC, Internal | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $0 | $280 |