Samsung PL210 vs Sony a5100
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Samsung PL210 vs Sony a5100 Key Specs
(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
- Announced January 2011
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 283g - 110 x 63 x 36mm
- Launched August 2014
- Old Model is Sony a5000
Samsung PL210 vs Sony a5100 Overview
Below, we are comparing the Samsung PL210 versus Sony a5100, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Samsung and Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the PL210 (14MP) and a5100 (24MP) and the PL210 (1/2.3") and a5100 (APS-C) enjoy different sensor measurements.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe PL210 was released 4 years earlier than the a5100 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung PL210 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony a5100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go in to a detailed comparison, below is a brief view of how the PL210 matches up versus the a5100 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Samsung PL210 vs Sony a5100 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung PL210 and Sony Alpha a5100. The complete galleries are available at Samsung PL210 Gallery and Sony a5100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung PL210 over the Sony a5100
PL210 | a5100 |
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Reasons to pick Sony a5100 over the Samsung PL210
a5100 | PL210 | |||
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Launched | August 2014 | January 2011 | More modern by 44 months | |
Focus manually | Very accurate focusing | |||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display resolution | 922k | 230k | Sharper display (+692k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Samsung PL210 and Sony a5100
PL210 | a5100 | |||
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Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display measurements | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen |
Samsung PL210 vs Sony a5100 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry around your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Samsung PL210 offers 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) while the Sony a5100 has dimensions of 110mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") with a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).
Take a look at the Samsung PL210 versus Sony a5100 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use at that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the PL210 compared to the a5100.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the PL210 and a5100 is 99 and 89 respectively.
Samsung PL210 vs Sony a5100 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizes purely by viewing specs. The pic here should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the PL210 and a5100.
All in all, both of those cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The PL210 featuring a smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field trickier and the Sony a5100 will result in greater detail as a result of its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images much more aggressively. The more aged PL210 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.
Samsung PL210 vs Sony a5100 Screen and ViewFinder
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Samsung PL210 vs Sony a5100 Specifications
Samsung PL210 | Sony Alpha a5100 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung PL210 | Sony Alpha a5100 |
Type | Ultracompact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2011-01-05 | 2014-08-17 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.16 x 4.62mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 28.5mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 24 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 6000 x 4000 |
Highest native ISO | - | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | - | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 179 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Sony E |
Lens focal range | () | - |
Number of lenses | - | 121 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 922k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 6.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 4.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | - | Flash off, auto, fill-flaw, slow sync, redeye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (120p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | - | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | - | 283 grams (0.62 pounds) |
Dimensions | 100 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 110 x 63 x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 80 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 23.8 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.7 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 1347 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 400 photographs |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec, continuous (3-5 shot)) |
Time lapse feature | With downloadable app | |
Type of storage | - | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $200 | $448 |