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Samsung PL210 vs Samsung TL240

Portability
99
Imaging
37
Features
19
Overall
29
Samsung PL210 front
 
Samsung TL240 front
Portability
95
Imaging
37
Features
32
Overall
35

Samsung PL210 vs Samsung TL240 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
  • Launched January 2011
Samsung TL240
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 4800 (Boost to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 31-217mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
  • 160g - 104 x 58 x 20mm
  • Released January 2010
  • Also Known as ST5000
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Samsung PL210 vs Samsung TL240 Overview

On this page, we are looking at the Samsung PL210 vs Samsung TL240, both Ultracompact cameras and both are manufactured by Samsung. The resolution of the PL210 (14MP) and the TL240 (14MP) is very comparable and both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The PL210 was introduced 13 months later than the TL240 making them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before going right into a complete comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the PL210 grades against the TL240 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Samsung PL210 over the Samsung TL240

 PL210 TL240 
ReleasedJanuary 2011January 2010Fresher by 13 months

Reasons to pick Samsung TL240 over the Samsung PL210

 TL240 PL210 
Display dimensions3.5"3"Larger display (+0.5")
Touch display Easily navigate

Common features in the Samsung PL210 and Samsung TL240

 PL210 TL240 
Manually focus Lack of manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kSame display resolution
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen

Samsung PL210 vs Samsung TL240 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and volume. The Samsung PL210 offers physical measurements of 100mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Samsung TL240 has sizing of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the PL210 versus the TL240.

Samsung PL210 vs Samsung TL240 size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the PL210 and TL240 is 99 and 95 respectively.

Samsung PL210 vs Samsung TL240 top view buttons comparison

Samsung PL210 vs Samsung TL240 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it is tough to envision the difference in sensor sizing simply by seeing specifications. The visual here will give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the PL210 and TL240.

Plainly, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical resolution so you can expect comparable quality of files but you should really consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The fresher PL210 is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.

Samsung PL210 vs Samsung TL240 sensor size comparison

Samsung PL210 vs Samsung TL240 Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung PL210 vs Samsung TL240 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung PL210 Portrait photography advice
Samsung TL240 Portrait photography advice
28
megapixel count decent (14MP)
manual focus not available
manual exposure not available
cannot use external flash
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW format
28
decent MP (14MP)
manual focus not available
lack of manual exposure
can't use external flash
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Samsung PL210
Street photography with Samsung TL240
49
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW format
maximum ISO low (0)
60
built in image stabilization (Optical)
provides focus via touch
screen is fixed
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
heavier than competition (160g)
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Sports Comparison

Samsung PL210 as a Sports photography camera
Samsung TL240 as a Sports photography camera
26
megapixel count decent (14MP)
focal length is fixed (()mm)
no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
43
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (14MP)
offers tracking focus
no shutter priority
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Samsung PL210 as a Travel photography camera
Samsung TL240 as a Travel photography camera
71
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
good max aperture (f)
no Time Lapse mode
does not feature selfie friendly screen
60
provides focus via touch
decent MP (14MP)
flash built-in
missing Time Lapse function
heavier than competition (160 grams)
screen is not selfie friendly
wide angle not fantastic (31mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Samsung PL210 Landscape photography information
Samsung TL240 Landscape photography information
37
good max aperture (f)
screen size is decent (3 inches)
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
cannot change lenses (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed (()mm)
manual exposure not available
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
maximum ISO low (0)
no RAW format
no Time Lapse mode
37
big screen (3.5 inch)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (14MP)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (31mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
lack of manual exposure
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
missing Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung PL210 Vlogging factors
Samsung TL240 Vlogging factors
27
good max aperture (f)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
video res low (1280 x 720 resolution)
no external mic jack
27
screen is touchscreen
built in image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not fantastic (31mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
screen is not selfie friendly
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing mic support
heavier than competition (160g)
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Samsung PL210 vs Samsung TL240 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung PL210 and Samsung TL240
 Samsung PL210Samsung TL240
General Information
Manufacturer Samsung Samsung
Model type Samsung PL210 Samsung TL240
Alternative name - ST5000
Type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Launched 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 4334 x 3256
Maximum native ISO - 4800
Maximum boosted ISO - 6400
Lowest native ISO - 80
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch focus
Continuous AF
Single AF
Tracking AF
AF selectice
AF center weighted
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range () 31-217mm (7.0x)
Highest aperture - f/3.3-5.5
Macro focusing distance - 1cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3 inches 3.5 inches
Resolution of screen 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 8s 8s
Highest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/1500s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance - 5.00 m
Flash options - Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video data 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
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight - 160g (0.35 lb)
Physical dimensions 100 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" 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
Battery ID - SLB-11A
Self timer - Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion)
Time lapse feature
Storage type - MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal
Card slots 1 1
Cost at launch $200 $171