Olympus TG-320 vs Samsung PL120

Lets look a little more closely at the Olympus TG-320 versus Samsung PL120, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Ultracompact by companies Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the TG-320 (14MP) and the PL120 (14MP) is fairly similar and both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The TG-320 was unveiled 13 months after the PL120 making them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras have different body design with the Olympus TG-320 being a Compact camera and the Samsung PL120 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the TG-320 grades vs the PL120 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus TG-320 and Samsung PL120. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-320 Gallery and Samsung PL120 Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and volume. The Olympus TG-320 offers outer measurements of 96mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") along with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Samsung PL120 has sizing of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the TG-320 versus the PL120.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the TG-320 and PL120 is 94 and 99 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to envision the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The picture here will help give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-320 and PL120.

Clearly, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of files although you have to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The more modern TG-320 will have an edge in sensor tech.