Samsung PL210 vs Sony W650
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Samsung PL210 vs Sony W650 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
- Launched January 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.6-6.3) lens
- 124g - 94 x 56 x 19mm
- Introduced January 2012

Samsung PL210 vs Sony W650 Overview
Let's examine more in depth at the Samsung PL210 vs Sony W650, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the PL210 (14MP) and the W650 (16MP) is fairly close and they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The PL210 was unveiled 12 months earlier than the W650 so they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung PL210 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony W650 being a Compact camera.
Before diving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the PL210 matches up versus the W650 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Samsung PL210 vs Sony W650 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung PL210 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W650. The full galleries are available at Samsung PL210 Gallery & Sony W650 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung PL210 over the Sony W650
PL210 | W650 |
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Reasons to pick Sony W650 over the Samsung PL210
W650 | PL210 | |||
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Introduced | January 2012 | ![]() | January 2011 | Newer by 12 months |
Common features in the Samsung PL210 and Sony W650
PL210 | W650 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display measurements |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Missing Touch friendly display |
Samsung PL210 vs Sony W650 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to take into account its weight and volume. The Samsung PL210 provides external dimensions 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 W650 has sizing of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).
See the Samsung PL210 vs Sony W650 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have at that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the PL210 and the W650.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the PL210 and W650 is 99 and 96 respectively.

Samsung PL210 vs Sony W650 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its difficult to envision the gap in sensor dimensions merely by looking through a spec sheet. The image here might give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the PL210 and W650.
As you can see, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Sony W650 to provide you with more detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged PL210 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

Samsung PL210 vs Sony W650 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung PL210 vs Sony W650 Specifications
Samsung PL210 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W650 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung PL210 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W650 |
Type | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2011-01-05 | 2012-01-10 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | BIONZ |
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 |
Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | - | 3200 |
Min native ISO | - | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | () | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/2.6-6.3 |
Macro focus distance | - | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | - | Clear Photo TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 secs | 2 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.70 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
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 | - | 124g (0.27 pounds) |
Dimensions | 100 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 94 x 56 x 19mm (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 life | - | 220 shots |
Battery form | - | 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, microSD/micro SDHC, Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $200 | $140 |