Casio TRYX vs Samsung PL120
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99 Imaging
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Casio TRYX vs Samsung PL120 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 21mm (F2.8) lens
- n/ag - 122 x 58 x 15mm
- Introduced January 2011
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 0 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 94 x 54 x 19mm
- Introduced January 2011
Casio TRYX vs Samsung PL120 Overview
In this write-up, we will be matching up the Casio TRYX and Samsung PL120, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Casio and Samsung. The resolution of the TRYX (12MP) and the PL120 (14MP) is relatively well matched and they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Apple patent reveals improved iPhone camera durabilityThe TRYX was launched about the same time to the PL120 and they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before delving straight into a full comparison, below is a simple summary of how the TRYX matches up vs the PL120 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Casio TRYX vs Samsung PL120 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim TRYX and Samsung PL120. The complete galleries are viewable at Casio TRYX Gallery and Samsung PL120 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio TRYX over the Samsung PL120
TRYX | PL120 | |||
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Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 461k | 230k | Crisper screen (+231k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Samsung PL120 over the Casio TRYX
PL120 | TRYX |
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Common features in the Casio TRYX and Samsung PL120
TRYX | PL120 | |||
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Introduced | January 2011 | January 2011 | Similar generation | |
Manual focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither contains Touch friendly screen |
Casio TRYX vs Samsung PL120 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry around your camera, you need to consider its weight and size. The Casio TRYX has got physical measurements of 122mm x 58mm x 15mm (4.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) whilst the Samsung PL120 has specifications of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Check the Casio TRYX and Samsung PL120 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the TRYX versus the PL120.
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the TRYX and PL120 is 99 and 99 respectively.
Casio TRYX vs Samsung PL120 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes merely by looking at a spec sheet. The image below might provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the TRYX and PL120.
Clearly, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should count on the Samsung PL120 to give you greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively.
Casio TRYX vs Samsung PL120 Screen and ViewFinder
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Casio TRYX vs Samsung PL120 Specifications
Casio Exilim TRYX | Samsung PL120 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Samsung |
Model | Casio Exilim TRYX | Samsung PL120 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2011-01-05 | 2011-01-05 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Exilim Engine HS | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | - |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | - |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 21mm (1x) | () |
Largest aperture | f/2.8 | - |
Macro focus distance | 8cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 461 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 1/8s | 8s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | - |
Flash settings | no built-in flash | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 432 x 320 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 160 (480 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4 | - |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Dimensions | 122 x 58 x 15mm (4.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") | 94 x 54 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") |
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 | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | - |
Storage slots | 1 | - |
Pricing at launch | $689 | $150 |