Olympus 7040 vs Samsung PL120

On this page, we will be contrasting the Olympus 7040 and Samsung PL120, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the 7040 (14MP) and the PL120 (14MP) is pretty similar and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The 7040 was launched 12 months before the PL120 so they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Olympus 7040 being a Compact camera and the Samsung PL120 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting straight to a full comparison, here is a short summation of how the 7040 scores vs the PL120 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus 7040 & Samsung PL120. The complete galleries are available at Olympus 7040 Gallery & Samsung PL120 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus 7040 features external measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 144 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Samsung PL120 has measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus 7040 and Samsung PL120 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the 7040 versus the PL120.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 7040 and PL120 is 95 and 99 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes just by reading specifications. The pic below will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the 7040 and PL120.

Plainly, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same MP so you can expect similar quality of files though you really should take the age of the products into consideration. The more aged 7040 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.