Samsung PL210 vs Sony T90
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37 Features
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Samsung PL210 vs Sony T90 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
- Revealed January 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-10.0) lens
- 148g - 94 x 57 x 15mm
- Revealed February 2009
Samsung PL210 vs Sony T90 Overview
Lets look more in depth at the Samsung PL210 and Sony T90, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the PL210 (14MP) and the T90 (12MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Nikon Coolpix camera search on Google skyrockets by 8,500%The PL210 was introduced 23 months later than the T90 making them a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before we go right into a thorough comparison, here is a concise view of how the PL210 scores versus the T90 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Samsung PL210 vs Sony T90 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung PL210 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung PL210 Gallery and Sony T90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung PL210 over the Sony T90
PL210 | T90 | |||
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Revealed | January 2011 | February 2009 | More recent by 23 months |
Reasons to pick Sony T90 over the Samsung PL210
T90 | PL210 | |||
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Manual focus | Very precise focus | |||
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Samsung PL210 and Sony T90
PL210 | T90 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display dimensions | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen |
Samsung PL210 vs Sony T90 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to lug around your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and size. The Samsung PL210 offers physical measurements 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) whilst the Sony T90 has specifications of 94mm x 57mm x 15mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.6") with a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).
Look at the Samsung PL210 and Sony T90 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the PL210 against the T90.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the PL210 and T90 is 99 and 96 respectively.
Samsung PL210 vs Sony T90 Sensor Comparison
Typically, its difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements purely by seeing a spec sheet. The graphic below might give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the PL210 and T90.
As you can see, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Samsung PL210 to produce more detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images more aggressively. The newer PL210 provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.
Samsung PL210 vs Sony T90 Screen and ViewFinder
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Samsung PL210 vs Sony T90 Specifications
Samsung PL210 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung PL210 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2011-01-05 | 2009-02-17 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.16 x 4.62mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | - | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | - | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | () | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/3.5-10.0 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 1 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 2.90 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | - | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | - | 148g (0.33 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 100 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 94 x 57 x 15mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.6") |
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 | ||
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | - | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $200 | $259 |