Canon ELPH 350 HS vs Samsung PL120

Following is a complete comparison of the Canon ELPH 350 HS and Samsung PL120, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Canon and Samsung. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the ELPH 350 HS (20MP) and PL120 (14MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 350 HS was launched 4 years after the PL120 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before going straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the ELPH 350 HS scores versus the PL120 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot ELPH 350 HS and Samsung PL120. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 350 HS Gallery and Samsung PL120 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera, you should take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon ELPH 350 HS offers exterior dimensions of 100mm x 58mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs) and the Samsung PL120 has dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Contrast the Canon ELPH 350 HS and Samsung PL120 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with at the time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the ELPH 350 HS and the PL120.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 350 HS and PL120 is 95 and 99 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizes just by reviewing specs. The picture below might offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the ELPH 350 HS and PL120.

All in all, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should expect the Canon ELPH 350 HS to offer greater detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more modern ELPH 350 HS should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.