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Samsung PL210 vs Samsung ST150F

Portability
99
Imaging
37
Features
19
Overall
29
Samsung PL210 front
 
Samsung ST150F front
Portability
96
Imaging
40
Features
30
Overall
36

Samsung PL210 vs Samsung ST150F Key Specs

Samsung PL210
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 0 - 0
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • n/ag - 100 x 59 x 20mm
  • Launched January 2011
Samsung ST150F
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-125mm (F2.5-6.3) lens
  • 114g - 94 x 58 x 18mm
  • Launched January 2013
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Samsung PL210 vs Samsung ST150F Overview

In this article, we will be contrasting the Samsung PL210 versus Samsung ST150F, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are designed by Samsung. The resolution of the PL210 (14MP) and the ST150F (16MP) is relatively close and they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The PL210 was revealed 24 months earlier than the ST150F which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung PL210 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung ST150F being a Compact camera.

Before going straight into a thorough comparison, below is a simple summary of how the PL210 matches up vs the ST150F with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Samsung PL210 over the Samsung ST150F

 PL210 ST150F 

Reasons to pick Samsung ST150F over the Samsung PL210

 ST150F PL210 
LaunchedJanuary 2013January 2011Newer by 24 months

Common features in the Samsung PL210 and Samsung ST150F

 PL210 ST150F 
Manual focus Lack of manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen sizing3"3"Equivalent screen measurement
Screen resolution230k230kEqual screen resolution
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither has Touch friendly screen

Samsung PL210 vs Samsung ST150F Physical Comparison

For anyone who is going to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and size. The Samsung PL210 has outer measurements 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 ST150F has specifications of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).

Look at the Samsung PL210 versus Samsung ST150F in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the PL210 vs the ST150F.

Samsung PL210 vs Samsung ST150F size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the PL210 and ST150F is 99 and 96 respectively.

Samsung PL210 vs Samsung ST150F top view buttons comparison

Samsung PL210 vs Samsung ST150F Sensor Comparison

Often, it is very tough to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions only by researching a spec sheet. The picture here might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the PL210 and ST150F.

As you can see, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should count on the Samsung ST150F to result in extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged PL210 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

Samsung PL210 vs Samsung ST150F sensor size comparison

Samsung PL210 vs Samsung ST150F Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung PL210 vs Samsung ST150F Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung PL210 as a Portrait photography camera
Samsung ST150F as a Portrait photography camera
28
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
manual exposure not possible
no external flash support
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
35
good resolution (16 megapixels)
includes face detection focusing
lack of manual focus
no manual mode
external flash not possible
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Street Comparison

Samsung PL210 Street photography information
Samsung ST150F Street photography information
49
fixed screen
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
max ISO too low (0)
56
lighter than competition (114g)
screen is fixed
does not have image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Samsung PL210 Sports photography advice
Samsung ST150F Sports photography advice
26
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
focal length is fixed (()mm)
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
36
good resolution (16 megapixels)
includes tracking autofocus
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Samsung PL210
Travel photography with Samsung ST150F
71
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
flash built-in
good maximum aperture (f)
lack of Time Lapse mode
screen isn't selfie friendly
69
lighter than competition (114 grams)
good resolution (16MP)
flash built-in
fairly wide (25mm)
lack of Time Lapse recording
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
slow maximum aperture (f2.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Samsung PL210 as a Landscape photography camera
Samsung ST150F as a Landscape photography camera
37
good maximum aperture (f)
decent sized screen (3 inches)
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed (()mm)
manual exposure not possible
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
max ISO too low (0)
lack of RAW format
lack of Time Lapse mode
39
fairly wide (25mm)
nice screen size (3 inches)
good resolution (16 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f2.5)
no manual mode
does not have image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
lack of Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung PL210 Vlogging features
Samsung ST150F Vlogging features
27
good maximum aperture (f)
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
low quality video (1280 x 720 pixels)
lack of mic jack
30
fairly wide (25mm)
includes face detection focusing
lighter than competition (114 grams)
slow maximum aperture (f2.5)
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
does not have image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 resolution)
lack of external mic port
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Samsung PL210 vs Samsung ST150F Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung PL210 and Samsung ST150F
 Samsung PL210Samsung ST150F
General Information
Brand Name Samsung Samsung
Model type Samsung PL210 Samsung ST150F
Category Ultracompact Small Sensor Compact
Launched 2011-01-05 2013-01-07
Body design Ultracompact Compact
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 area 28.5mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Full resolution 4320 x 3240 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO - 3200
Minimum native ISO - 100
RAW images
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range () 25-125mm (5.0x)
Largest aperture - f/2.5-6.3
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 3" 3"
Display resolution 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Display technology - QVGA TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 8s 1s
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000s 1/2000s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format - MPEG-4, H.264
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight - 114 grams (0.25 pounds)
Dimensions 100 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") 94 x 58 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7")
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
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage - microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC
Storage slots One One
Retail price $200 $300