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Samsung PL210 vs Sony HX100V

Portability
99
Imaging
37
Features
19
Overall
29
Samsung PL210 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V front
Portability
66
Imaging
39
Features
50
Overall
43

Samsung PL210 vs Sony HX100V 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
Sony HX100V
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 27-810mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
  • 577g - 122 x 87 x 93mm
  • Revealed October 2011
  • Later Model is Sony HX200V
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Samsung PL210 vs Sony HX100V Overview

Lets look more closely at the Samsung PL210 and Sony HX100V, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the PL210 (14MP) and the HX100V (16MP) is very similar and both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The PL210 was introduced 9 months prior to the HX100V which means that they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung PL210 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony HX100V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a short summation of how the PL210 matches up vs the HX100V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Samsung PL210 over the Sony HX100V

 PL210 HX100V 

Reasons to pick Sony HX100V over the Samsung PL210

 HX100V PL210 
RevealedOctober 2011January 2011Newer by 9 months
Manual focus Very exact focus
Display typeTiltingFixed Tilting display
Display resolution921k230kCrisper display (+691k dot)

Common features in the Samsung PL210 and Sony HX100V

 PL210 HX100V 
Display size3"3"Same display size
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither provides Touch friendly display

Samsung PL210 vs Sony HX100V Physical Comparison

When you are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Samsung PL210 provides exterior dimensions 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) while the Sony HX100V has proportions of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") having a weight of 577 grams (1.27 lbs).

Examine the Samsung PL210 and Sony HX100V in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the PL210 and the HX100V.

Samsung PL210 vs Sony HX100V size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the PL210 and HX100V is 99 and 66 respectively.

Samsung PL210 vs Sony HX100V top view buttons comparison

Samsung PL210 vs Sony HX100V Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, its tough to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions just by going over a spec sheet. The image underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the PL210 and HX100V.

Clearly, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Sony HX100V to deliver extra detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged PL210 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

Samsung PL210 vs Sony HX100V sensor size comparison

Samsung PL210 vs Sony HX100V Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung PL210 vs Sony HX100V Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung PL210 Portrait photography info
Sony HX100V Portrait photography info
28
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
manual exposure not possible
external flash not possible
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
39
has manual focus
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
no external flash support
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Street Comparison

Samsung PL210 Street photography information
Sony HX100V Street photography information
49
fixed screen
no image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
max ISO too low (0)
50
screen tilts
image stabilization (Optical)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
more heavy than competition (577g)
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Sports Comparison

Samsung PL210 Sports photography details
Sony HX100V Sports photography details
26
MP count decent (14MP)
focal length is fixed (()mm)
no shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
49
long zoom range (27-810mm 30.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Samsung PL210 Travel photography features
Sony HX100V Travel photography features
71
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
very good max aperture (f)
missing Time Lapse mode
does not have selfie friendly screen
54
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
reasonably wide (27mm)
great zoom (810mm)
does not have Timelapse function
more heavy than competition (577g)
screen isn't selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Samsung PL210 Landscape photography information
Sony HX100V Landscape photography information
37
very good max aperture (f)
screen is a decent size (3 inch)
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
cannot change lenses (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed (()mm)
manual exposure not possible
no image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
max ISO too low (0)
does not have RAW support
missing Time Lapse mode
47
has manual focus
reasonably wide (27mm)
screen size is decent (3 inch)
image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
does not have Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung PL210 Vlogging info
Sony HX100V Vlogging info
27
very good max aperture (f)
does not have selfie friendly screen
no image stabilization
low video resolution (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing mic port
25
reasonably wide (27mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
great video quality (1920 x 1080 pxls)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have microphone support
more heavy than competition (577g)
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Samsung PL210 vs Sony HX100V Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung PL210 and Sony HX100V
 Samsung PL210Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V
General Information
Company Samsung Sony
Model Samsung PL210 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V
Type Ultracompact Small Sensor Superzoom
Launched 2011-01-05 2011-10-21
Physical type Ultracompact SLR-like (bridge)
Sensor Information
Processor Chip - BIONZ
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.16 x 4.62mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.5mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4320 x 3240 4608 x 3456
Highest native ISO - 3200
Lowest native ISO - 100
RAW data
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Number of focus points - 9
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range () 27-810mm (30.0x)
Maximal aperture - f/2.8-5.6
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Tilting
Screen sizing 3 inches 3 inches
Screen resolution 230k dots 921k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Screen tech - XtraFine LCD display with TruBlack technology
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None Electronic
Features
Lowest shutter speed 8 secs 30 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/4000 secs
Continuous shooting rate - 10.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation - Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range - 12.70 m
Flash modes - Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video format - MPEG-4, AVCHD
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None Eye-Fi Connected
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None BuiltIn
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight - 577 grams (1.27 lb)
Physical dimensions 100 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") 122 x 87 x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery model - NP-FH50
Self timer - Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage - SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo
Card slots Single Single
Cost at launch $200 $429