Samsung PL200 vs Sony NEX-C3

Here is a comprehensive overview of the Samsung PL200 versus Sony NEX-C3, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the PL200 (14MP) and the NEX-C3 (16MP) is relatively comparable but the PL200 (1/2.3") and NEX-C3 (APS-C) feature different sensor size.

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The PL200 was brought out 13 months earlier than the NEX-C3 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung PL200 being a Compact camera and the Sony NEX-C3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the PL200 scores vs the NEX-C3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung PL200 and Sony Alpha NEX-C3. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung PL200 Gallery and Sony NEX-C3 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Samsung PL200 has exterior dimensions of 100mm x 60mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") and a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Sony NEX-C3 has measurements of 110mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 225 grams (0.50 lbs).

Analyze the Samsung PL200 versus Sony NEX-C3 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use at that time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the PL200 and the NEX-C3.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the PL200 and NEX-C3 is 94 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing merely by checking out specifications. The graphic below should give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the PL200 and NEX-C3.

Plainly, the two cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The PL200 featuring a smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF more challenging and the Sony NEX-C3 will produce more detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots a little more aggressively. The older PL200 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.