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Samsung PL210 vs Sony W350

Portability
99
Imaging
37
Features
19
Overall
29
Samsung PL210 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W350 front
Portability
97
Imaging
36
Features
25
Overall
31

Samsung PL210 vs Sony W350 Key Specs

Samsung PL210
(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
Sony W350
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-105mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
  • 117g - 91 x 52 x 17mm
  • Announced January 2010
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Samsung PL210 vs Sony W350 Overview

Lets take a deeper look at the Samsung PL210 vs Sony W350, both Ultracompact cameras by companies Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the PL210 (14MP) and the W350 (14MP) is pretty close and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The PL210 was brought out 13 months after the W350 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple overview of how the PL210 scores versus the W350 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Samsung PL210 over the Sony W350

 PL210 W350 
AnnouncedJanuary 2011January 2010Newer by 13 months
Screen size3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")

Reasons to pick Sony W350 over the Samsung PL210

 W350 PL210 

Common features in the Samsung PL210 and Sony W350

 PL210 W350 
Manually focus No manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kEqual screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither features Touch friendly screen

Samsung PL210 vs Sony W350 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and proportions. The Samsung PL210 enjoys outside dimensions 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 W350 has measurements of 91mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the PL210 versus the W350.

Samsung PL210 vs Sony W350 size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the PL210 and W350 is 99 and 97 respectively.

Samsung PL210 vs Sony W350 top view buttons comparison

Samsung PL210 vs Sony W350 Sensor Comparison

Often, it's difficult to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions simply by looking through a spec sheet. The pic here should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the PL210 and W350.

Clearly, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same resolution and you should expect comparable quality of files however you have to consider the production date of the cameras into account. The more modern PL210 will have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.

Samsung PL210 vs Sony W350 sensor size comparison

Samsung PL210 vs Sony W350 Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung PL210 vs Sony W350 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Samsung PL210
Portrait photography with Sony W350
28
good resolution (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
no manual control
no external flash support
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
28
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
lack of manual mode
external flash not possible
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Samsung PL210 Street photography information
Sony W350 Street photography information
49
fixed screen
does not have image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
max ISO too low (0)
58
has image stabilization (Optical)
no articulating screen
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Samsung PL210 Sports photography information
Sony W350 Sports photography information
26
good resolution (14MP)
focal length is fixed (()mm)
no shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
34
has image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
max frames per second low (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Samsung PL210 Travel photography information
Sony W350 Travel photography information
71
good resolution (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
great maximum aperture (f)
doesn't have Timelapse function
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
66
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
quite wide (26mm)
lack of Time Lapse mode
display is not selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f2.7)
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Landscape Comparison

Samsung PL210 Landscape photography information
Sony W350 Landscape photography information
37
great maximum aperture (f)
good sized screen (3")
good resolution (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed (()mm)
no manual control
does not have image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
max ISO too low (0)
doesn't have RAW support
doesn't have Timelapse function
37
quite wide (26mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (14MP)
no manual focus
can't change lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f2.7)
tiny screen (2.7 inch)
lack of manual mode
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
lack of Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung PL210 Vlogging highlights
Sony W350 Vlogging highlights
27
great maximum aperture (f)
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
does not have image stabilization
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pixels)
doesn't have microphone support
29
quite wide (26mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
slow max aperture (f2.7)
display is not selfie friendly
low quality video (1280 x 720 resolution)
lack of external mic socket
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Samsung PL210 vs Sony W350 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung PL210 and Sony W350
 Samsung PL210Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W350
General Information
Brand Name Samsung Sony
Model type Samsung PL210 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W350
Class Ultracompact Ultracompact
Revealed 2011-01-05 2010-01-07
Physical type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Chip - Bionz
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 surface area 28.5mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixels 14 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4320 x 3240 4320 x 3240
Highest native ISO - 3200
Minimum native ISO - 80
RAW data
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Total focus points - 9
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range () 26-105mm (4.0x)
Maximum aperture - f/2.7-5.7
Macro focusing range - 10cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 3 inches 2.7 inches
Display resolution 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 8 seconds 2 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/1600 seconds
Continuous shutter rate - 1.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance - 3.80 m
Flash settings - Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format - Motion JPEG
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight - 117 gr (0.26 pounds)
Physical dimensions 100 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") 91 x 52 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery ID - NP-BN1
Self timer - Yes (2 sec or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage type - Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro HG-Duo, Internal
Card slots One One
Price at release $200 $200