Samsung PL210 vs Sigma fp

The following is a thorough assessment of the Samsung PL210 versus Sigma fp, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals Samsung and Sigma. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the PL210 (14MP) and fp (25MP) and the PL210 (1/2.3") and fp (Full frame) have totally different sensor dimensions.

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The PL210 was announced 9 years earlier than the fp which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Samsung PL210 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sigma fp being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise view of how the PL210 matches up vs the fp in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung PL210 & Sigma fp. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung PL210 Gallery & Sigma fp Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Samsung PL210 comes with external measurements of 100mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Sigma fp has measurements of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") along with a weight of 422 grams (0.93 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the PL210 versus the fp.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the PL210 and fp is 99 and 84 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions simply by going over specifications. The pic below might give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the PL210 and fp.

Plainly, both cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The PL210 having a tinier sensor will make getting shallower DOF more challenging and the Sigma fp will deliver extra detail with its extra 11 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged PL210 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.