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Samsung PL210 vs Samsung TL100

Portability
99
Imaging
37
Features
19
Overall
29
Samsung PL210 front
 
Samsung TL100 front
Portability
91
Imaging
34
Features
20
Overall
28

Samsung PL210 vs Samsung TL100 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
  • Revealed January 2011
Samsung TL100
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Digital Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 35-105mm (F3.0-5.6) lens
  • 219g - 105 x 61 x 37mm
  • Released January 2009
  • Also referred to as ST50
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Samsung PL210 vs Samsung TL100 Overview

On this page, we will be contrasting the Samsung PL210 versus Samsung TL100, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both sold by Samsung. The resolution of the PL210 (14MP) and the TL100 (12MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The PL210 was released 2 years after the TL100 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Samsung PL210 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung TL100 being a Compact camera.

Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a short summation of how the PL210 matches up versus the TL100 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Samsung PL210 over the Samsung TL100

 PL210 TL100 
ReleasedJanuary 2011January 2009More modern by 25 months
Screen dimensions3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")

Reasons to pick Samsung TL100 over the Samsung PL210

 TL100 PL210 

Common features in the Samsung PL210 and Samsung TL100

 PL210 TL100 
Focus manually No manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kThe same screen resolution
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch screen Neither includes Touch screen

Samsung PL210 vs Samsung TL100 Physical Comparison

When you are aiming to carry around your camera often, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Samsung PL210 features outside dimensions of 100mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) whilst the Samsung TL100 has dimensions of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") along with a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the PL210 against the TL100.

Samsung PL210 vs Samsung TL100 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the PL210 and TL100 is 99 and 91 respectively.

Samsung PL210 vs Samsung TL100 top view buttons comparison

Samsung PL210 vs Samsung TL100 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it is tough to see the difference between sensor sizes purely by looking at specifications. The pic underneath will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the PL210 and TL100.

Plainly, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Samsung PL210 to give extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more modern PL210 will have an edge in sensor tech.

Samsung PL210 vs Samsung TL100 sensor size comparison

Samsung PL210 vs Samsung TL100 Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung PL210 vs Samsung TL100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung PL210 as a Portrait photography camera
Samsung TL100 as a Portrait photography camera
28
good resolution (14MP)
focusing manually not possible
lack of manual mode
external flash not possible
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
26
has face detection autofocus
manual focus not available
lack of manual mode
external flash not possible
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Samsung PL210
Street photography with Samsung TL100
49
fixed screen
does not have image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
max ISO too low (0)
53
built in image stabilization (Digital)
no articulating screen
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
heavier than competition in class (219 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Samsung PL210 Sports photography info
Samsung TL100 Sports photography info
26
good resolution (14MP)
focal length is fixed (()mm)
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
33
built in image stabilization (Digital)
has tracking autofocus
no shutter priority mode
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Samsung PL210 Travel photography details
Samsung TL100 Travel photography details
71
good resolution (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
fast max aperture (f)
does not have Timelapse function
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
48
has built in flash
lack of Time Lapse mode
heavier than competition in class (219g)
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
does not contain selfie friendly display
wide angle not the best (35mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.0)
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Landscape Comparison

Samsung PL210 Landscape photography highlights
Samsung TL100 Landscape photography highlights
37
fast max aperture (f)
screen size is good (3")
good resolution (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
cannot swap lens (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed (()mm)
lack of manual mode
does not have image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
max ISO too low (0)
doesn't have RAW format
does not have Timelapse function
27
built in image stabilization (Digital)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (35mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.0)
screen is small (2.7")
lack of manual mode
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
lack of Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung PL210 as a Vlogging camera
Samsung TL100 as a Vlogging camera
27
fast max aperture (f)
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
does not have image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have external microphone socket
26
built in image stabilization (Digital)
has face detection autofocus
wide angle not the best (35mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.0)
does not contain selfie friendly display
low quality video (640 x 480 resolution)
lack of external mic jack
heavier than competition in class (219 grams)
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Samsung PL210 vs Samsung TL100 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung PL210 and Samsung TL100
 Samsung PL210Samsung TL100
General Information
Brand Name Samsung Samsung
Model type Samsung PL210 Samsung TL100
Also referred to as - ST50
Type Ultracompact Small Sensor Compact
Revealed 2011-01-05 2009-01-08
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 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor area 28.5mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2
Max resolution 4320 x 3240 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO - 3200
Lowest native ISO - 80
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch to focus
AF continuous
AF single
Tracking AF
Selective AF
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range () 35-105mm (3.0x)
Max aperture - f/3.0-5.6
Macro focusing range - 10cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.9
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 3 inches 2.7 inches
Resolution of display 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 8s 1s
Max shutter speed 1/2000s 1/1500s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash options - Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix
External flash
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 800 x 592 (20 fps) , 640 x 480 (30,15 fps) , 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 640x480
Video file format - Motion JPEG
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None None
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 - 219g (0.48 lbs)
Physical dimensions 100 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") 105 x 61 x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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, 10 or Custom)
Time lapse feature
Storage media - SD/MMC/SDHC card
Storage slots Single Single
Retail price $200 $22