Samsung PL210 vs Sony WX150
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Samsung PL210 vs Sony WX150 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)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 133g - 95 x 56 x 22mm
- Launched February 2012

Samsung PL210 vs Sony WX150 Overview
Let's take a deeper look at the Samsung PL210 vs Sony WX150, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Samsung and Sony. There is a crucial difference among the resolutions of the PL210 (14MP) and WX150 (18MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The PL210 was revealed 13 months before the WX150 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both cameras have different body design with the Samsung PL210 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony WX150 being a Compact camera.
Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short highlight of how the PL210 matches up versus the WX150 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Samsung PL210 vs Sony WX150 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung PL210 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX150. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung PL210 Gallery and Sony WX150 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung PL210 over the Sony WX150
PL210 | WX150 |
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Reasons to pick Sony WX150 over the Samsung PL210
WX150 | PL210 | |||
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Launched | February 2012 | ![]() | January 2011 | Fresher by 13 months |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+231k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung PL210 and Sony WX150
PL210 | WX150 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch screen |
Samsung PL210 vs Sony WX150 Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry your camera, you have to factor in its weight and size. The Samsung PL210 offers exterior 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 WX150 has specifications of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).
Check the Samsung PL210 vs Sony WX150 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the PL210 vs the WX150.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the PL210 and WX150 is 99 and 95 respectively.

Samsung PL210 vs Sony WX150 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizing just by viewing technical specs. The visual underneath might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the PL210 and WX150.
As you have seen, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Sony WX150 to result in extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older PL210 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.

Samsung PL210 vs Sony WX150 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung PL210 vs Sony WX150 Specifications
Samsung PL210 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX150 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung PL210 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX150 |
Category | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2011-01-05 | 2012-02-28 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
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 megapixels | 18 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4896 x 3672 |
Maximum native ISO | - | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | - | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | () | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | - | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 461 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | - | ClearPhoto TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.70 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | - | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
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 | - | 133g (0.29 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 100 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 95 x 56 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
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 | - | 240 photos |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-BN |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $200 | $300 |