Samsung PL200 vs Samsung ST6500

The following is a complete overview of the Samsung PL200 versus Samsung ST6500, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact and both are created by Samsung. The image resolution of the PL200 (14MP) and the ST6500 (16MP) is very well matched and they possess the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The PL200 was announced 6 months earlier than the ST6500 and they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Samsung PL200 being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST6500 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting through a detailed comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the PL200 scores vs the ST6500 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung PL200 and Samsung ST6500. The whole galleries are available at Samsung PL200 Gallery and Samsung ST6500 Gallery.

In case you're looking to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and size. The Samsung PL200 provides external dimensions of 100mm x 60mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") and a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Samsung ST6500 has specifications of 102mm x 57mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Compare the Samsung PL200 versus Samsung ST6500 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use at that moment. Below is the front view scale comparison of the PL200 vs the ST6500.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the PL200 and ST6500 is 94 and 99 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions only by checking specs. The picture underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the PL200 and ST6500.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Samsung ST6500 to give you more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos much more aggressively.