Samsung PL200 vs Sony HX7V
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Samsung PL200 vs Sony HX7V 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
- Introduced July 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 208g - 102 x 58 x 29mm
- Introduced July 2011

Samsung PL200 vs Sony HX7V Overview
Below is a in depth comparison of the Samsung PL200 and Sony HX7V, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the PL200 (14MP) and the HX7V (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The PL200 was manufactured 12 months earlier than the HX7V and they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the PL200 scores against the HX7V with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Samsung PL200 vs Sony HX7V Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung PL200 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX7V. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung PL200 Gallery and Sony HX7V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung PL200 over the Sony HX7V
PL200 | HX7V |
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Reasons to pick Sony HX7V over the Samsung PL200
HX7V | PL200 | |||
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Introduced | July 2011 | ![]() | July 2010 | More recent by 12 months |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung PL200 and Sony HX7V
PL200 | HX7V | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | No Touch screen |
Samsung PL200 vs Sony HX7V Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and proportions. The Samsung PL200 comes with 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) and the Sony HX7V has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).
Analyze the Samsung PL200 and Sony HX7V in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the PL200 compared to the HX7V.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the PL200 and HX7V is 94 and 92 respectively.

Samsung PL200 vs Sony HX7V Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be tough to envision the contrast between sensor measurements simply by looking at specifications. The graphic underneath should give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the PL200 and HX7V.
To sum up, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Sony HX7V to give you extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The older PL200 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

Samsung PL200 vs Sony HX7V Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung PL200 vs Sony HX7V Specifications
Samsung PL200 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX7V | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung PL200 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX7V |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2010-07-21 | 2011-07-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 31-217mm (7.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-5.5 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | - | XtraFine LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/1500 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.60 m | 4.80 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB 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) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 170g (0.37 lb) | 208g (0.46 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 100 x 60 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") | 102 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | ||
Battery model | BP70A | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC'/MMC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $0 | $499 |