Samsung PL210 vs Sony TX5
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![Samsung PL210 front Samsung PL210 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Samsung-PL210/Samsung-PL210-front.jpg)
![Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX5 front Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX5 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-TX5.jpg)
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Samsung PL210 vs Sony TX5 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
- Released January 2011
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.4" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.5-6.3) lens
- 148g - 94 x 57 x 18mm
- Introduced February 2010
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Samsung PL210 vs Sony TX5 Overview
The following is a detailed analysis of the Samsung PL210 versus Sony TX5, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Samsung and Sony. There is a sizable difference among the resolutions of the PL210 (14MP) and TX5 (10MP) and the PL210 (1/2.3") and TX5 (1/2.4") enjoy different sensor measurements.
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The PL210 was brought out 11 months after the TX5 which means that they are of a similar age. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before we go in to a complete comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the PL210 grades versus the TX5 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Samsung PL210 vs Sony TX5 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung PL210 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX5. The entire galleries are available at Samsung PL210 Gallery & Sony TX5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung PL210 over the Sony TX5
PL210 | TX5 | |||
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Introduced | January 2011 | ![]() | February 2010 | Newer by 11 months |
Reasons to pick Sony TX5 over the Samsung PL210
TX5 | PL210 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Samsung PL210 and Sony TX5
PL210 | TX5 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display measurements |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen |
Samsung PL210 vs Sony TX5 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Samsung PL210 has got 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 TX5 has proportions of 94mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).
Compare the Samsung PL210 versus Sony TX5 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at that time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the PL210 against the TX5.
![Samsung PL210 vs Sony TX5 size comparison Samsung PL210 vs Sony TX5 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Samsung-PL210-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-TX5-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the PL210 and TX5 is 99 and 96 respectively.
![Samsung PL210 vs Sony TX5 top view buttons comparison Samsung PL210 vs Sony TX5 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Samsung-PL210-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-TX5-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Samsung PL210 vs Sony TX5 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is difficult to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions only by looking through specs. The pic here will provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the PL210 and TX5.
All in all, the 2 cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The PL210 because of its larger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field simpler and the Samsung PL210 will provide you with more detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos much more aggressively. The newer PL210 provides an edge in sensor innovation.
![Samsung PL210 vs Sony TX5 sensor size comparison Samsung PL210 vs Sony TX5 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Samsung-PL210-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-TX5-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Samsung PL210 vs Sony TX5 Screen and ViewFinder
![Samsung PL210 vs Sony TX5 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Samsung PL210 vs Sony TX5 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Samsung-PL210-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-TX5-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Samsung PL210 vs Sony TX5 Specifications
Samsung PL210 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX5 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung PL210 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX5 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2011-01-05 | 2010-02-18 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.4" |
Sensor measurements | 6.16 x 4.62mm | 6.104 x 4.578mm |
Sensor area | 28.5mm² | 27.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | - | 3200 |
Min native ISO | - | 125 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
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 | () | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | - | f/3.5-6.3 |
Macro focus distance | - | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8s | 2s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 2.90 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
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) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | - | MPEG-4 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | - | 148g (0.33 pounds) |
Dimensions | 100 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 94 x 57 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
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 model | - | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, portrait1/ portrait2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | - | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/ Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $200 | $239 |