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Samsung PL210 vs Samsung ST700

Portability
99
Imaging
37
Features
19
Overall
29
Samsung PL210 front
 
Samsung ST700 front
Portability
99
Imaging
39
Features
22
Overall
32

Samsung PL210 vs Samsung ST700 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
  • Released January 2011
Samsung ST700
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 0 - 0
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • n/ag - 99 x 55 x 20mm
  • Announced January 2011
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Samsung PL210 vs Samsung ST700 Overview

Here is a comprehensive overview of the Samsung PL210 vs Samsung ST700, both Ultracompact digital cameras and both are created by Samsung. The sensor resolution of the PL210 (14MP) and the ST700 (16MP) is relatively similar and they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The PL210 was announced at a similar time to the ST700 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before delving in to a in depth comparison, below is a brief view of how the PL210 matches up against the ST700 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Samsung PL210 over the Samsung ST700

 PL210 ST700 

Reasons to pick Samsung ST700 over the Samsung PL210

 ST700 PL210 
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Common features in the Samsung PL210 and Samsung ST700

 PL210 ST700 
AnnouncedJanuary 2011January 2011Similar generation
Focus manually No manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimension3"3"Identical screen size
Screen resolution230k230kEqual screen resolution
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen

Samsung PL210 vs Samsung ST700 Physical Comparison

If you are planning to carry your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Samsung PL210 has got outside 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) while the Samsung ST700 has measurements of 99mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the PL210 compared to the ST700.

Samsung PL210 vs Samsung ST700 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the PL210 and ST700 is 99 and 99 respectively.

Samsung PL210 vs Samsung ST700 top view buttons comparison

Samsung PL210 vs Samsung ST700 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it is difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizing purely by going over technical specs. The graphic below may provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the PL210 and ST700.

As you have seen, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You should count on the Samsung ST700 to offer greater detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots much more aggressively.

Samsung PL210 vs Samsung ST700 sensor size comparison

Samsung PL210 vs Samsung ST700 Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung PL210 vs Samsung ST700 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung PL210 as a Portrait photography camera
Samsung ST700 as a Portrait photography camera
28
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
no manual control
can't use external flash
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
30
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
manual focus not available
manual exposure not available
cannot use external flash
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Samsung PL210
Street photography with Samsung ST700
49
screen is fixed
lack of image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
maximum ISO low (0)
50
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
maximum ISO low (0)
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Sports Comparison

Samsung PL210 Sports photography information
Samsung ST700 Sports photography information
26
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
fixed focal length (()mm)
no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
27
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
fixed focal length (()mm)
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Samsung PL210 Travel photography features
Samsung ST700 Travel photography features
71
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
very good maximum aperture (f)
missing Time Lapse mode
screen is not selfie friendly
71
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
has built in flash
fast maximum aperture (f)
does not have Timelapse mode
screen is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Samsung PL210 as a Landscape photography camera
Samsung ST700 as a Landscape photography camera
37
very good maximum aperture (f)
screen size is decent (3")
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
can't swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
fixed focal length (()mm)
no manual control
lack of image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
maximum ISO low (0)
doesn't have RAW files
missing Time Lapse mode
38
fast maximum aperture (f)
screen size is good (3 inches)
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
fixed focal length (()mm)
manual exposure not available
does not have image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
maximum ISO low (0)
does not have RAW files
does not have Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung PL210 as a Vlogging camera
Samsung ST700 as a Vlogging camera
27
very good maximum aperture (f)
screen is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
video res low (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing mic port
30
fast maximum aperture (f)
screen is touchscreen
screen is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
video quality not great (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have external microphone socket
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Samsung PL210 vs Samsung ST700 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung PL210 and Samsung ST700
 Samsung PL210Samsung ST700
General Information
Brand Name Samsung Samsung
Model type Samsung PL210 Samsung ST700
Category Ultracompact Ultracompact
Released 2011-01-05 2011-01-05
Physical type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.16 x 4.62mm 6.16 x 4.62mm
Sensor surface area 28.5mm² 28.5mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Highest resolution 4320 x 3240 4608 x 3456
Highest native ISO - -
Min native ISO - -
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range () ()
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3 inch 3 inch
Screen resolution 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 8s 8s
Highest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/2000s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 1280 x 720
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none none
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Dimensions 100 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") 99 x 55 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" 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
Time lapse feature
Card slots Single Single
Cost at launch $200 $280