Samsung PL200 vs Sony NEX-F3
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Samsung PL200 vs Sony NEX-F3 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
- Announced July 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 16000
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 314g - 117 x 67 x 42mm
- Released August 2012
- Old Model is Sony NEX-C3
- Replacement is Sony NEX-3N

Samsung PL200 vs Sony NEX-F3 Overview
Let's look more closely at the Samsung PL200 vs Sony NEX-F3, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the PL200 (14MP) and the NEX-F3 (16MP) is relatively similar but the PL200 (1/2.3") and NEX-F3 (APS-C) offer totally different sensor measurements.

The PL200 was brought out 3 years earlier than the NEX-F3 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Samsung PL200 being a Compact camera and the Sony NEX-F3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving right into a detailed comparison, here is a concise summary of how the PL200 grades versus the NEX-F3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Samsung PL200 vs Sony NEX-F3 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung PL200 and Sony Alpha NEX-F3. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung PL200 Gallery and Sony NEX-F3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung PL200 over the Sony NEX-F3
PL200 | NEX-F3 |
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Reasons to pick Sony NEX-F3 over the Samsung PL200
NEX-F3 | PL200 | |||
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Released | August 2012 | ![]() | July 2010 | More modern by 25 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung PL200 and Sony NEX-F3
PL200 | NEX-F3 | |||
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Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch friendly screen |
Samsung PL200 vs Sony NEX-F3 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Samsung PL200 offers outside dimensions of 100mm x 60mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Sony NEX-F3 has proportions of 117mm x 67mm x 42mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.7") and a weight of 314 grams (0.69 lbs).
Compare the Samsung PL200 vs Sony NEX-F3 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select during that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the PL200 against the NEX-F3.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the PL200 and NEX-F3 is 94 and 86 respectively.

Samsung PL200 vs Sony NEX-F3 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very tough to see the difference between sensor sizes merely by reviewing specs. The pic underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the PL200 and NEX-F3.
All in all, the two cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The PL200 because of its tinier sensor will make getting bokeh tougher and the Sony NEX-F3 will deliver more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged PL200 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

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Samsung PL200 vs Sony NEX-F3 Specifications
Samsung PL200 | Sony Alpha NEX-F3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung PL200 | Sony Alpha NEX-F3 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2010-07-21 | 2012-08-16 |
Body design | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4912 x 3264 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 16000 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 200 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 25 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Sony E |
Lens focal range | 31-217mm (7.0x) | - |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-5.5 | - |
Macro focus range | 5cm | - |
Number of lenses | - | 121 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 920 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT Xtra Fine LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1500s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 6.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.60 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | - | 1/160s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 24 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 170 grams (0.37 pounds) | 314 grams (0.69 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 100 x 60 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") | 117 x 67 x 42mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 73 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.7 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.3 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 1114 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 470 photos |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BP70A | NPFW50 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec 3 or 5 images) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC'/MMC, Internal | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $0 | $470 |