Samsung PL210 vs Samsung WB350F

In this write-up, we are matching up the Samsung PL210 and Samsung WB350F, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are created by Samsung. The resolution of the PL210 (14MP) and the WB350F (16MP) is very similar and they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The PL210 was brought out 4 years prior to the WB350F which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung PL210 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung WB350F being a Compact camera.

Before going straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a short introduction of how the PL210 matches up vs the WB350F when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung PL210 and Samsung WB350F. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung PL210 Gallery and Samsung WB350F Gallery.

When you are going to travel with your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Samsung PL210 provides outside dimensions 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 WB350F has dimensions of 114mm x 65mm x 25mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).

Check out the Samsung PL210 and Samsung WB350F in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the PL210 against the WB350F.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the PL210 and WB350F is 99 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions only by going over technical specs. The image here might give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the PL210 and WB350F.

As you can tell, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should expect to see the Samsung WB350F to deliver greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images a little more aggressively. The more aged PL210 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.