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Samsung PL210 vs Sony W810

Portability
99
Imaging
37
Features
19
Overall
29
Samsung PL210 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W810 front
Portability
96
Imaging
44
Features
26
Overall
36

Samsung PL210 vs Sony W810 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
  • Released January 2011
Sony W810
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 27-162mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
  • 111g - 97 x 56 x 21mm
  • Revealed January 2014
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Samsung PL210 vs Sony W810 Overview

On this page, we are contrasting the Samsung PL210 vs Sony W810, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Samsung and Sony. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the PL210 (14MP) and W810 (20MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The PL210 was released 4 years earlier than the W810 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the PL210 matches up vs the W810 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Samsung PL210 over the Sony W810

 PL210 W810 
Display dimensions3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")

Reasons to pick Sony W810 over the Samsung PL210

 W810 PL210 
RevealedJanuary 2014January 2011Newer by 36 months

Common features in the Samsung PL210 and Sony W810

 PL210 W810 
Manually focus Lack of manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kThe same display resolution
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch display No Touch display

Samsung PL210 vs Sony W810 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Samsung PL210 has got external 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) while the Sony W810 has measurements of 97mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the PL210 against the W810.

Samsung PL210 vs Sony W810 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the PL210 and W810 is 99 and 96 respectively.

Samsung PL210 vs Sony W810 top view buttons comparison

Samsung PL210 vs Sony W810 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it is very difficult to picture the difference between sensor dimensions just by reading specifications. The picture underneath may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the PL210 and W810.

Plainly, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Sony W810 to deliver extra detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more aged PL210 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Samsung PL210 vs Sony W810 sensor size comparison

Samsung PL210 vs Sony W810 Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung PL210 vs Sony W810 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung PL210 as a Portrait photography camera
Sony W810 as a Portrait photography camera
28
decent MP (14MP)
manual focus not available
manual exposure not possible
can't use external flash
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
37
good resolution (20MP)
supports face detection focus
focusing manually not possible
lack of manual exposure
external flash not possible
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Street Comparison

Samsung PL210 Street photography advice
Sony W810 Street photography advice
49
screen is fixed
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
maximum ISO low (0)
59
image stabilization (Optical)
no articulating screen
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Samsung PL210 as a Sports photography camera
Sony W810 as a Sports photography camera
26
decent MP (14 megapixels)
can't change focal length (()mm)
no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
43
image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (20 megapixels)
supports tracking autofocus
slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Samsung PL210 Travel photography advice
Sony W810 Travel photography advice
71
decent MP (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
great max aperture (f)
does not have Timelapse recording
does not offer selfie friendly screen
67
good resolution (20MP)
built-in flash
decently wide (27mm)
lack of Time Lapse function
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Samsung PL210 Landscape photography features
Sony W810 Landscape photography features
37
great max aperture (f)
decent sized screen (3 inch)
decent MP (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (()mm)
manual exposure not possible
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
maximum ISO low (0)
lack of RAW format
does not have Timelapse recording
40
decently wide (27mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (20 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
cannot change lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
screen is small (2.7")
lack of manual exposure
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
lack of Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung PL210 Vlogging factors
Sony W810 Vlogging factors
27
great max aperture (f)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have microphone support
32
decently wide (27mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
supports face detection focus
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
low quality video (1280 x 720 resolution)
lack of external mic jack
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Samsung PL210 vs Sony W810 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung PL210 and Sony W810
 Samsung PL210Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W810
General Information
Make Samsung Sony
Model Samsung PL210 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W810
Type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Released 2011-01-05 2014-01-07
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
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 20 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3 and 16:9
Full resolution 4320 x 3240 5152 x 3864
Max native ISO - 3200
Minimum native ISO - 80
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range () 27-162mm (6.0x)
Max aperture - f/3.5-6.5
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 3 inches 2.7 inches
Display resolution 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Display technology - Clear Photo LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 8 secs 2 secs
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/1500 secs
Continuous shooting speed - 1.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range - 3.20 m (with ISO auto)
Flash settings - Auto / Flash On / Slow Synchro / Flash Off / Advanced Flash
External flash
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format - H.264
Mic 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 - 111 grams (0.24 pounds)
Physical dimensions 100 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") 97 x 56 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8")
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 life - 200 images
Battery format - Battery Pack
Battery model - NP-BN
Self timer - Yes (2 or 10 secs)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage - Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo, microSD/microSDHC
Storage slots 1 1
Retail pricing $200 $100