Samsung PL200 vs Sony S2100
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Samsung PL200 vs Sony S2100 Key Specs
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- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- 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 Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 33-105mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 167g - 98 x 61 x 27mm
- Launched January 2010
Samsung PL200 vs Sony S2100 Overview
Following is a extensive assessment of the Samsung PL200 versus Sony S2100, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the PL200 (14MP) and the S2100 (12MP) is pretty comparable and they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe PL200 was introduced 7 months after the S2100 and they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the PL200 scores vs the S2100 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Samsung PL200 vs Sony S2100 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung PL200 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung PL200 Gallery & Sony S2100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung PL200 over the Sony S2100
PL200 | S2100 | |||
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Launched | July 2010 | January 2010 | More modern by 7 months |
Reasons to pick Sony S2100 over the Samsung PL200
S2100 | PL200 |
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Common features in the Samsung PL200 and Sony S2100
PL200 | S2100 | |||
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Focus manually | Lack of manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical screen sizing | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither provides Touch screen |
Samsung PL200 vs Sony S2100 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Samsung PL200 provides outer measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") along with a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Sony S2100 has specifications of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Contrast the Samsung PL200 versus Sony S2100 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the PL200 compared to the S2100.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the PL200 and S2100 is 94 and 93 respectively.
Samsung PL200 vs Sony S2100 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizes only by checking out technical specs. The image below will help offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the PL200 and S2100.
As you have seen, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You can expect the Samsung PL200 to show more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures much more aggressively. The younger PL200 should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.
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Samsung PL200 vs Sony S2100 Specifications
Samsung PL200 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung PL200 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2010-07-21 | 2010-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 31-217mm (7.0x) | 33-105mm (3.2x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.3-5.5 | f/3.1-5.6 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 1 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1500 secs | 1/1200 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.60 m | 3.30 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
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) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 170g (0.37 lbs) | 167g (0.37 lbs) |
Dimensions | 100 x 60 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") | 98 x 61 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC'/MMC, Internal | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, optional SD, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $0 | $0 |