Nikon S70 vs Samsung PL170

Let's look a little more in depth at the Nikon S70 versus Samsung PL170, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Nikon and Samsung. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the S70 (12MP) and PL170 (16MP) but they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S70 was unveiled 17 months prior to the PL170 making the cameras a generation away from each other. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before diving straight into a full comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the S70 matches up versus the PL170 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S70 and Samsung PL170. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S70 Gallery and Samsung PL170 Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon S70 has exterior measurements of 97mm x 61mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") having a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Samsung PL170 has proportions of 95mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the S70 compared to the PL170.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the S70 and PL170 is 95 and 99 respectively.

Often, it can be hard to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions purely by researching technical specs. The pic below will provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the S70 and PL170.

As you can tell, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Samsung PL170 to render greater detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged S70 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.