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Samsung PL210 vs Samsung ST100

Portability
99
Imaging
37
Features
19
Overall
29
Samsung PL210 front
 
Samsung ST100 front
Portability
95
Imaging
37
Features
34
Overall
35

Samsung PL210 vs Samsung ST100 Key Specs

Samsung PL210
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 0 - 0
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • n/ag - 100 x 59 x 20mm
  • Announced January 2011
Samsung ST100
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 35-175mm (F3.6-4.8) lens
  • 155g - 100 x 60 x 20mm
  • Introduced January 2010
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Samsung PL210 vs Samsung ST100 Overview

Let's look closer at the Samsung PL210 and Samsung ST100, both Ultracompact cameras and both of them are designed by Samsung. The image resolution of the PL210 (14MP) and the ST100 (14MP) is pretty close and both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The PL210 was unveiled 13 months later than the ST100 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a simple summation of how the PL210 grades vs the ST100 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Samsung PL210 over the Samsung ST100

 PL210 ST100 
IntroducedJanuary 2011January 2010Fresher by 13 months

Reasons to pick Samsung ST100 over the Samsung PL210

 ST100 PL210 
Screen dimensions3.5"3"Bigger screen (+0.5")
Screen resolution1152k230kCrisper screen (+922k dot)
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Samsung PL210 and Samsung ST100

 PL210 ST100 
Focus manually Lack of manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither provides selfie screen

Samsung PL210 vs Samsung ST100 Physical Comparison

If you're intending to carry your camera, you need to factor its weight and measurements. The Samsung PL210 provides outer measurements of 100mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST100 has proportions of 100mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).

Examine the Samsung PL210 and Samsung ST100 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the PL210 compared to the ST100.

Samsung PL210 vs Samsung ST100 size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the PL210 and ST100 is 99 and 95 respectively.

Samsung PL210 vs Samsung ST100 top view buttons comparison

Samsung PL210 vs Samsung ST100 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it's tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing only by researching specs. The photograph below may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the PL210 and ST100.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of photos although you will want to factor the production date of the cameras into account. The more modern PL210 provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.

Samsung PL210 vs Samsung ST100 sensor size comparison

Samsung PL210 vs Samsung ST100 Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung PL210 vs Samsung ST100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung PL210 as a Portrait photography camera
Samsung ST100 as a Portrait photography camera
28
megapixel count decent (14MP)
focusing manually not possible
manual mode not available
no external flash support
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
33
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
supports face detect focusing
no manual focus
manual mode not possible
can't use external flash
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Street Comparison

Samsung PL210 Street photography factors
Samsung ST100 Street photography factors
49
screen does not articulate
no image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
max ISO too low (0)
60
has image stabilization (Optical)
boasts focus via touch
no moving screen
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
heavier than competition (155g)
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Samsung PL210
Sports photography with Samsung ST100
26
megapixel count decent (14MP)
fixed focal length (()mm)
no shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
35
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (14MP)
low max shutter speed (1/1,000s)
no shutter priority mode
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
Photography Glossary

Travel Comparison

Samsung PL210 Travel photography info
Samsung ST100 Travel photography info
71
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
good max aperture (f)
missing Timelapse mode
screen isn't selfie friendly
60
boasts focus via touch
decent megapixels (14MP)
has built in flash
lack of Time Lapse mode
heavier than competition (155g)
doesn't posses selfie friendly screen
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.6)
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Landscape Comparison

Samsung PL210 Landscape photography features
Samsung ST100 Landscape photography features
37
good max aperture (f)
pretty good screen size (3")
megapixel count decent (14MP)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
fixed focal length (()mm)
manual mode not available
no image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
max ISO too low (0)
lack of RAW format
missing Timelapse mode
37
bigger than average screen (3.5 inches)
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.6)
manual mode not possible
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
lack of Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung PL210 Vlogging info
Samsung ST100 Vlogging info
27
good max aperture (f)
screen isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
video quality not great (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing microphone jack
29
touch screen
has image stabilization (Optical)
supports face detect focusing
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.6)
doesn't posses selfie friendly screen
video res low (1280 x 720 resolution)
lack of mic support
heavier than competition (155g)
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Samsung PL210 vs Samsung ST100 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung PL210 and Samsung ST100
 Samsung PL210Samsung ST100
General Information
Manufacturer Samsung Samsung
Model type Samsung PL210 Samsung ST100
Type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Announced 2011-01-05 2010-01-06
Physical type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.16 x 4.62mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.5mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4320 x 3240 4320 x 3240
Maximum native ISO - 3200
Minimum native ISO - 80
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range () 35-175mm (5.0x)
Maximum aperture - f/3.6-4.8
Macro focusing range - 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3" 3.5"
Resolution of screen 230 thousand dots 1,152 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 8s 8s
Highest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/1000s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance - 3.10 m
Flash modes - Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format - Motion JPEG
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight - 155g (0.34 lb)
Physical dimensions 100 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") 100 x 60 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Self timer - Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double)
Time lapse shooting
Storage type - MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal
Card slots 1 1
Price at launch $200 $250