Samsung CL80 vs Samsung PL170

Below is a thorough assessment of the Samsung CL80 versus Samsung PL170, both Ultracompact cameras and both of them are created by Samsung. The image resolution of the CL80 (14MP) and the PL170 (16MP) is pretty comparable and they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The CL80 was revealed 12 months before the PL170 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before going in to a complete comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the CL80 grades vs the PL170 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung CL80 and Samsung PL170. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung CL80 Gallery and Samsung PL170 Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor its weight and proportions. The Samsung CL80 has got exterior dimensions of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Samsung PL170 has measurements 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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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select during that time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the CL80 against the PL170.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the CL80 and PL170 is 95 and 99 respectively.

Usually, its hard to see the difference in sensor measurements only by going through specs. The visual here should offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the CL80 and PL170.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Samsung PL170 to produce greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures much more aggressively. The older CL80 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.