Samsung PL210 vs Sony HX100V
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Samsung PL210 vs Sony HX100V Key Specs
(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
(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
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 GlossaryThe 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.
Samsung PL210 vs Sony HX100V Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung PL210 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung PL210 Gallery & Sony HX100V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung PL210 over the Sony HX100V
PL210 | HX100V |
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Reasons to pick Sony HX100V over the Samsung PL210
HX100V | PL210 | |||
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Revealed | October 2011 | January 2011 | Newer by 9 months | |
Manual focus | Very exact focus | |||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display resolution | 921k | 230k | Crisper display (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung PL210 and Sony HX100V
PL210 | HX100V | |||
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Display size | 3" | 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.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.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the PL210 and HX100V is 99 and 66 respectively.
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.
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Samsung PL210 vs Sony HX100V Specifications
Samsung PL210 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V | |
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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 |