Samsung PL200 vs Sony W620
Portability
94 Imaging
37 Features
22 Overall
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94 Imaging
37 Features
22 Overall
31
Portability
96 Imaging
37 Features
25 Overall
32
96 Imaging
37 Features
25 Overall
32
Samsung PL200 vs Sony W620 Key Specs
Samsung PL200
(Full Review)
(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
- Released July 2010
Sony W620
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 116g - 98 x 56 x 20mm
- Revealed January 2012
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Lets look much closer at the Samsung PL200 vs Sony W620, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the PL200 (14MP) and the W620 (14MP) is relatively comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
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Before delving through a thorough comparison, below is a quick view of how the PL200 grades against the W620 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung PL200 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620. The whole galleries are available at Samsung PL200 Gallery & Sony W620 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung PL200 over the Sony W620
| PL200 | W620 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen sizing | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Sony W620 over the Samsung PL200
| W620 | PL200 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | January 2012 |  | July 2010 | More recent by 17 months |
Common features in the Samsung PL200 and Sony W620
| PL200 | W620 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | No manual focusing | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Absent selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Absent Touch screen |
Samsung PL200 vs Sony W620 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to lug around your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and size. The Samsung PL200 enjoys outer 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) whilst the Sony W620 has specifications of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).
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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is the front view scale comparison of the PL200 vs the W620.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the PL200 and W620 is 94 and 96 respectively.
Samsung PL200 vs Sony W620 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very tough to see the gap in sensor measurements simply by seeing specifications. The graphic underneath might give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the PL200 and W620.
To sum up, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution and you can expect comparable quality of photos but you might want to consider the age of the cameras into account. The older PL200 will be behind in sensor innovation.
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Portrait Comparison
Samsung PL200 Portrait photography features
Sony W620 Portrait photography features
decent megapixels (14MP)
focusing manually not possible
manual mode not possible
external flash not possible
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
features face detect autofocus
focusing manually not possible
manual mode not available
external flash not possible
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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has image stabilization (Optical)
no articulating screen
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
lighter than competition in class (116 grams)
screen is fixed
does not have image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Sony W620 Sports photography info
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
features tracking focus
max fps very slow (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Samsung PL200 Travel photography information
Sony W620 Travel photography information
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
no Time Lapse mode
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
wide angle not fantastic (31mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
lighter than competition in class (116g)
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
rather wide (28mm)
does not have Timelapse mode
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
Photography GlossaryLandscape Comparison
Samsung PL200 Landscape photography features
Sony W620 Landscape photography features
nice screen size (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (14MP)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (31mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
manual mode not possible
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
no Time Lapse mode
rather wide (28mm)
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
screen is small (2.7")
manual mode not available
does not have image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
does not have Timelapse mode
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has image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not fantastic (31mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
video quality not great (640 x 480 pixels)
no mic jack
rather wide (28mm)
features face detect autofocus
lighter than competition in class (116 grams)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
does not have image stabilization
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have microphone socket
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Samsung PL200 vs Sony W620 Specifications
| Samsung PL200 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Samsung | Sony |
| Model | Samsung PL200 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620 |
| Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Released | 2010-07-21 | 2012-01-10 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | - | 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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14MP | 14MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 31-217mm (7.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/3.3-5.5 | f/3.2-6.5 |
| Macro focus range | 5cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
| Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Screen tech | - | Clear Photo TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 2 secs |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/1500 secs | 1/1600 secs |
| Continuous shooting rate | - | 1.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | 4.60 m | 3.00 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance 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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone 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 | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 170g (0.37 lb) | 116g (0.26 lb) |
| Dimensions | 100 x 60 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") | 98 x 56 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
| 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 life | - | 220 images |
| Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | BP70A | NP-BN |
| Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC'/MMC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, microSD/micro SDHC, Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Launch pricing | $0 | $102 |