Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Nikon P7000 and Samsung PL200 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Nikon P7000 has external dimensions of 114 x 77 x 45 mm (4.5 x 3.03 x 1.76″) and weighs 310 g (0.68 lb / 10.93 oz) (including batteries). Samsung PL200 has external dimensions of 100 x 60 x 21 mm (3.94 x 2.36 x 0.83″) and weighs 170 g (0.37 lb / 6.00 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Nikon P7000 and the Samsung PL200. Samsung PL200 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 14mm narrower, 17mm shorter and 24mm thinner than Nikon P7000.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Nikon P7000 and Samsung PL200.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Nikon P7000 and Samsung PL200.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Samsung PL200 is significantly lighter (140g ) than the Nikon P7000 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Nikon Coolpix P7000 nor Samsung PL200 provides any type of weather sealing in their bodies, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections: Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Nikon P7000 and Samsung PL200's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.