Samsung PL120 vs Samsung SL30

Let's look a little more closely at the Samsung PL120 and Samsung SL30, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are created by Samsung. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the PL120 (14MP) and SL30 (10MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The PL120 was released 23 months later than the SL30 making them a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Samsung PL120 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung SL30 being a Compact camera.

Before going straight to a complete comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the PL120 matches up versus the SL30 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung PL120 and Samsung SL30. The complete galleries are available at Samsung PL120 Gallery and Samsung SL30 Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Samsung PL120 provides physical dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) whilst the Samsung SL30 has sizing of 94mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).

Check the Samsung PL120 and Samsung SL30 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the PL120 and the SL30.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the PL120 and SL30 is 99 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it is hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reading specifications. The visual below will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the PL120 and SL30.

Plainly, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Samsung PL120 to offer you greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics more aggressively. The younger PL120 provides a benefit with regard to sensor tech.