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Samsung PL210 vs Sony W570

Portability
99
Imaging
37
Features
19
Overall
29
Samsung PL210 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W570 front
Portability
96
Imaging
39
Features
25
Overall
33

Samsung PL210 vs Sony W570 Key Specs

Samsung PL210
(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
Sony W570
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-125mm (F2.6-6.3) lens
  • 116g - 91 x 52 x 19mm
  • Launched January 2011
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Samsung PL210 vs Sony W570 Overview

The following is a thorough analysis of the Samsung PL210 and Sony W570, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the PL210 (14MP) and the W570 (16MP) is relatively well matched and they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The PL210 was unveiled very close to the W570 so they are of a similar generation. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before diving straight into a full comparison, below is a simple overview of how the PL210 matches up vs the W570 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Samsung PL210 over the Sony W570

 PL210 W570 
Screen dimension3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")

Reasons to pick Sony W570 over the Samsung PL210

 W570 PL210 

Common features in the Samsung PL210 and Sony W570

 PL210 W570 
LaunchedJanuary 2011January 2011Similar generation
Manually focus No manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kExact same screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither comes with selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Lack of Touch friendly screen

Samsung PL210 vs Sony W570 Physical Comparison

If you are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Samsung PL210 comes with outer measurements of 100mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while the Sony W570 has dimensions of 91mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung PL210 and Sony W570 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the PL210 compared to the W570.

Samsung PL210 vs Sony W570 size comparison

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the PL210 and W570 is 99 and 96 respectively.

Samsung PL210 vs Sony W570 top view buttons comparison

Samsung PL210 vs Sony W570 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it is tough to see the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reading through specs. The pic here will provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the PL210 and W570.

All in all, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Sony W570 to resolve extra detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs somewhat more aggressively.

Samsung PL210 vs Sony W570 sensor size comparison

Samsung PL210 vs Sony W570 Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung PL210 vs Sony W570 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung PL210 Portrait photography info
Sony W570 Portrait photography info
28
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
lack of manual exposure
no external flash support
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
30
megapixel count decent (16MP)
lack of manual focus
manual mode not possible
no external flash support
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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Street Comparison

Samsung PL210 as a Street photography camera
Sony W570 as a Street photography camera
49
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
low max ISO (0)
58
has image stabilization (Optical)
no moving screen
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Samsung PL210 Sports photography highlights
Sony W570 Sports photography highlights
26
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
focal length is fixed (()mm)
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
36
has image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
very slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Samsung PL210 Travel photography info
Sony W570 Travel photography info
71
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
good max aperture (f)
missing Timelapse recording
screen is not selfie friendly
66
megapixel count decent (16MP)
built-in flash
really wide (25mm)
no Time Lapse mode
screen isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.6)
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Landscape Comparison

Samsung PL210 Landscape photography highlights
Sony W570 Landscape photography highlights
37
good max aperture (f)
screen size is good (3")
MP count decent (14MP)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed (()mm)
lack of manual exposure
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
low max ISO (0)
does not have RAW format
missing Timelapse recording
38
really wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (16MP)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.6)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inch)
manual mode not possible
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
no Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung PL210 Vlogging factors
Sony W570 Vlogging factors
27
good max aperture (f)
screen is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing external microphone jack
29
really wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.6)
screen isn't selfie friendly
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pxls)
no external mic port
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Samsung PL210 vs Sony W570 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung PL210 and Sony W570
 Samsung PL210Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W570
General Information
Brand Name Samsung Sony
Model Samsung PL210 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W570
Category Ultracompact Ultracompact
Launched 2011-01-05 2011-01-06
Body design 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 area 28.5mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4320 x 3240 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO - 3200
Lowest native ISO - 80
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Manual focus
AF touch
Continuous AF
AF single
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Number of focus points - 9
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range () 25-125mm (5.0x)
Max aperture - f/2.6-6.3
Macro focus range - 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3 inches 2.7 inches
Screen resolution 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Screen technology - Clear Photo LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 8s 2s
Highest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/1600s
Continuous shooting speed - 1.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Set WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range - 3.70 m
Flash settings - Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync
External flash
AEB
White balance 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 - MPEG-4
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None Eye-Fi Connected
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 - 116 grams (0.26 pounds)
Dimensions 100 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") 91 x 52 x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7")
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-BN1
Self timer - Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage - SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo
Storage slots One One
Launch price $200 $159