FujiFilm Z700EXR vs Samsung PL120

Below is a in-depth assessment of the FujiFilm Z700EXR and Samsung PL120, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the Z700EXR (12MP) and the PL120 (14MP) is relatively well matched but the Z700EXR (1/2") and PL120 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor sizing.

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The Z700EXR was unveiled 11 months prior to the PL120 so they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before getting into a in-depth comparison, here is a short introduction of how the Z700EXR grades against the PL120 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix Z700EXR and Samsung PL120. The full galleries are available at FujiFilm Z700EXR Gallery and Samsung PL120 Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm Z700EXR has got outside measurements of 98mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Samsung PL120 has proportions of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Look at the FujiFilm Z700EXR and Samsung PL120 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Below is a front view scale comparison of the Z700EXR and the PL120.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z700EXR and PL120 is 95 and 99 respectively.

Quite often, it is difficult to envision the gap between sensor measurements merely by reading through a spec sheet. The graphic here will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Z700EXR and PL120.

As you can see, both of those cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Z700EXR with its bigger sensor will make getting shallow DOF easier and the Samsung PL120 will give more detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots way more aggressively. The older Z700EXR is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.