Samsung PL120 vs Sigma SD15

Let's look more in depth at the Samsung PL120 versus Sigma SD15, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Samsung and Sigma. There exists a crucial gap among the image resolutions of the PL120 (14MP) and SD15 (5MP) and the PL120 (1/2.3") and SD15 (APS-C) have different sensor size.

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The PL120 was introduced 11 months after the SD15 and they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung PL120 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sigma SD15 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the PL120 grades vs the SD15 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung PL120 and Sigma SD15. The whole galleries are available at Samsung PL120 Gallery and Sigma SD15 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Samsung PL120 has physical dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) whilst the Sigma SD15 has measurements of 144mm x 107mm x 81mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.2") and a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs).

Examine the Samsung PL120 versus Sigma SD15 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the PL120 vs the SD15.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the PL120 and SD15 is 99 and 59 respectively.

Typically, it's tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes purely by viewing specifications. The picture below will offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the PL120 and SD15.

To sum up, both the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The PL120 with its smaller sensor is going to make getting bokeh trickier and the Samsung PL120 will render extra detail using its extra 9 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The fresher PL120 should have an edge in sensor innovation.