Samsung PL120 vs Samsung ST30
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Samsung PL120 vs Samsung ST30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 0 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 94 x 54 x 19mm
- Launched January 2011
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 0 - 0
- 640 x 480 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- 87g - 82 x 52 x 17mm
- Introduced January 2011

Samsung PL120 vs Samsung ST30 Overview
In this article, we are contrasting the Samsung PL120 vs Samsung ST30, both Ultracompact cameras and both of them are built by Samsung. There exists a crucial gap among the resolutions of the PL120 (14MP) and ST30 (10MP) and the PL120 (1/2.3") and ST30 (1/3") possess different sensor measurements.

The PL120 was announced very close to the ST30 and they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before getting straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the PL120 matches up versus the ST30 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Samsung PL120 vs Samsung ST30 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung PL120 and Samsung ST30. The whole galleries are available at Samsung PL120 Gallery and Samsung ST30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung PL120 over the Samsung ST30
PL120 | ST30 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung ST30 over the Samsung PL120
ST30 | PL120 | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung PL120 and Samsung ST30
PL120 | ST30 | |||
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Introduced | January 2011 | ![]() | January 2011 | Same generation |
Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Samsung PL120 vs Samsung ST30 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to travel with your camera, you have to think about its weight and proportions. The Samsung PL120 enjoys exterior measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST30 has measurements of 82mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.2" x 2.0" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 87 grams (0.19 lbs).
Check the Samsung PL120 vs Samsung ST30 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have during that time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the PL120 compared to the ST30.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the PL120 and ST30 is 99 and 98 respectively.

Samsung PL120 vs Samsung ST30 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is difficult to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions only by seeing specs. The pic underneath will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the PL120 and ST30.
As you can plainly see, both of the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The PL120 with its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Samsung PL120 will show greater detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop images far more aggressively.

Samsung PL120 vs Samsung ST30 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung PL120 vs Samsung ST30 Specifications
Samsung PL120 | Samsung ST30 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Samsung | Samsung |
Model type | Samsung PL120 | Samsung ST30 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2011-01-05 | 2011-01-19 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.16 x 4.62mm | 4.8 x 3.6mm |
Sensor area | 28.5mm² | 17.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | - |
Min native ISO | - | - |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | () | () |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 7.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 640 x 480 |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | - | 87 grams (0.19 lbs) |
Dimensions | 94 x 54 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") | 82 x 52 x 17mm (3.2" x 2.0" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage slots | - | One |
Retail cost | $150 | $55 |