Samsung PL210 vs Samsung SL820

In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Samsung PL210 versus Samsung SL820, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are sold by Samsung. The sensor resolution of the PL210 (14MP) and the SL820 (12MP) is pretty similar and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The PL210 was launched 23 months after the SL820 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both cameras offer different body type with the Samsung PL210 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung SL820 being a Compact camera.

Before getting straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the PL210 scores versus the SL820 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung PL210 and Samsung SL820. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung PL210 Gallery and Samsung SL820 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Samsung PL210 has got physical dimensions of 100mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while the Samsung SL820 has proportions of 95mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung PL210 versus Samsung SL820 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at the time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the PL210 compared to the SL820.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the PL210 and SL820 is 99 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizes just by reviewing a spec sheet. The image here might provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the PL210 and SL820.

Clearly, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Samsung PL210 to offer extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots far more aggressively. The younger PL210 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.