Samsung PL120 vs Samsung WB150F
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Samsung PL120 vs Samsung WB150F 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
- Revealed January 2011
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-432mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 188g - 107 x 61 x 23mm
- Launched January 2012

Samsung PL120 vs Samsung WB150F Overview
Below, we will be evaluating the Samsung PL120 and Samsung WB150F, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are offered by Samsung. The sensor resolution of the PL120 (14MP) and the WB150F (14MP) is relatively similar and they come with the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The PL120 was launched 12 months prior to the WB150F which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras come with different body type with the Samsung PL120 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung WB150F being a Compact camera.
Before going straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a quick summation of how the PL120 grades vs the WB150F with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Samsung PL120 vs Samsung WB150F Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung PL120 and Samsung WB150F. The complete galleries are available at Samsung PL120 Gallery and Samsung WB150F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung PL120 over the Samsung WB150F
PL120 | WB150F |
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Reasons to pick Samsung WB150F over the Samsung PL120
WB150F | PL120 | |||
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Launched | January 2012 | ![]() | January 2011 | More recent by 12 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | More precise focusing | ||
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung PL120 and Samsung WB150F
PL120 | WB150F | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither features Touch screen |
Samsung PL120 vs Samsung WB150F Physical Comparison
When you are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and volume. The Samsung PL120 enjoys outer 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) while the Samsung WB150F has sizing of 107mm x 61mm x 23mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).
Look at the Samsung PL120 and Samsung WB150F in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the PL120 against the WB150F.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the PL120 and WB150F is 99 and 93 respectively.

Samsung PL120 vs Samsung WB150F Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's hard to picture the contrast between sensor measurements purely by reading specifications. The visual here will give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the PL120 and WB150F.
To sum up, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact MP therefore you should expect similar quality of files though you have to take the release date of the products into consideration. The older PL120 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

Samsung PL120 vs Samsung WB150F Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung PL120 vs Samsung WB150F Specifications
Samsung PL120 | Samsung WB150F | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Samsung | Samsung |
Model | Samsung PL120 | Samsung WB150F |
Type | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2011-01-05 | 2012-01-09 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.16 x 4.62mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | - | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | () | 24-432mm (18.0x) |
Max aperture | - | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focus range | - | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8s | 16s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.50 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | - | 188g (0.41 pounds) |
Dimensions | 94 x 54 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") | 107 x 61 x 23mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | - | SLB-10A |
Self timer | - | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | - | 1 |
Retail cost | $150 | $230 |