Samsung PL210 vs Sony TF1
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Samsung PL210 vs Sony TF1 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
- Announced January 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.6-4.7) lens
- 152g - 102 x 62 x 23mm
- Launched June 2013
Samsung PL210 vs Sony TF1 Overview
Its time to look more in depth at the Samsung PL210 vs Sony TF1, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Waterproof by competitors Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the PL210 (14MP) and the TF1 (16MP) is very comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe PL210 was released 3 years before the TF1 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Samsung PL210 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony TF1 being a Compact camera.
Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short overview of how the PL210 matches up vs the TF1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Samsung PL210 vs Sony TF1 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung PL210 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung PL210 Gallery & Sony TF1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung PL210 over the Sony TF1
PL210 | TF1 | |||
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Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Sony TF1 over the Samsung PL210
TF1 | PL210 | |||
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Launched | June 2013 | January 2011 | More modern by 29 months | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Samsung PL210 and Sony TF1
PL210 | TF1 | |||
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Focus manually | No manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen |
Samsung PL210 vs Sony TF1 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and measurements. The Samsung PL210 provides physical measurements of 100mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Sony TF1 has proportions of 102mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).
Compare the Samsung PL210 vs Sony TF1 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select at the time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the PL210 against the TF1.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the PL210 and TF1 is 99 and 94 respectively.
Samsung PL210 vs Sony TF1 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is hard to see the gap in sensor sizes merely by seeing a spec sheet. The pic underneath will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the PL210 and TF1.
Clearly, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Sony TF1 to provide more detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images way more aggressively. The more aged PL210 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.
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Samsung PL210 vs Sony TF1 Specifications
Samsung PL210 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung PL210 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 |
Type | Ultracompact | Waterproof |
Announced | 2011-01-05 | 2013-06-21 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
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 Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | - | 3200 |
Min native ISO | - | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | () | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/3.6-4.7 |
Macro focus distance | - | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8s | 2s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.90 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash |
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 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | - | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | - | 152g (0.34 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 100 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 102 x 62 x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 life | - | 240 shots |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-BN |
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 |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $200 | $266 |