Samsung PL200 vs Sony WX5
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95 Imaging
35 Features
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Samsung PL200 vs Sony WX5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 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
- Released July 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.4-5.9) lens
- 146g - 92 x 52 x 22mm
- Launched July 2010
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Below, we will be contrasting the Samsung PL200 versus Sony WX5, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the PL200 (14MP) and the WX5 (12MP) is relatively close and they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe PL200 was manufactured at a similar time to the WX5 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving through a complete comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the PL200 scores against the WX5 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Reasons to pick Samsung PL200 over the Sony WX5
| PL200 | WX5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen dimension | 3" |  | 2.8" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Sony WX5 over the Samsung PL200
| WX5 | PL200 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen resolution | 461k |  | 230k | Clearer screen (+231k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung PL200 and Sony WX5
| PL200 | WX5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | July 2010 |  | July 2010 | Same generation |
| Focus manually |  | No manual focusing | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Missing selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Neither provides Touch screen |
Samsung PL200 vs Sony WX5 Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Samsung PL200 provides physical measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") with a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Sony WX5 has measurements of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") with a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs).
Look at the Samsung PL200 versus Sony WX5 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the PL200 vs the WX5.
Using size and weight, the portability score of the PL200 and WX5 is 94 and 95 respectively.
Samsung PL200 vs Sony WX5 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizing merely by researching specifications. The graphic underneath might give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the PL200 and WX5.
To sum up, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Samsung PL200 to result in greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs somewhat more aggressively.
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Samsung PL200 vs Sony WX5 Specifications
| Samsung PL200 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Samsung | Sony |
| Model | Samsung PL200 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5 |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Released | 2010-07-21 | 2010-07-08 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | - | 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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14MP | 12MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 125 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| 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) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/3.3-5.5 | f/2.4-5.9 |
| Macro focus distance | 5cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 3 inches | 2.8 inches |
| Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 461 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 2 secs |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/1500 secs | 1/1600 secs |
| Continuous shooting rate | - | 10.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 4.60 m | 5.10 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| 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 (50 fps), 1440 x 1080 (50, 25fps), 1280 x 720 (25 fps), 640 x 480 (25 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
| Video format | H.264 | AVCHD |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| 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 | 170 gr (0.37 lb) | 146 gr (0.32 lb) |
| Dimensions | 100 x 60 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") | 92 x 52 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") |
| 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 | NP-BN1 |
| Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC'/MMC, Internal | SD/ SDHC/ SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Retail cost | $0 | $250 |
