Canon IXUS 165 vs Samsung PL120

Here is a comprehensive analysis of the Canon IXUS 165 and Samsung PL120, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Canon and Samsung. There is a considerable difference between the resolutions of the IXUS 165 (20MP) and PL120 (14MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The IXUS 165 was released 4 years later than the PL120 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the IXUS 165 matches up against the PL120 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon IXUS 165 & Samsung PL120. The complete galleries are provided at Canon IXUS 165 Gallery & Samsung PL120 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon IXUS 165 comes with outer dimensions of 95mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") with a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Samsung PL120 has dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the IXUS 165 against the PL120.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the IXUS 165 and PL120 is 96 and 99 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizing merely by reading through specifications. The graphic below will help give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the IXUS 165 and PL120.

Plainly, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Canon IXUS 165 to give greater detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The fresher IXUS 165 provides a benefit in sensor tech.