Samsung PL120 vs Sony A390
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Samsung PL120 vs Sony A390 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 0 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 94 x 54 x 19mm
- Released January 2011
(Full Review)
- 14MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 549g - 128 x 97 x 86mm
- Launched July 2010
- Succeeded the Sony A380
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The following is a extended analysis of the Samsung PL120 versus Sony A390, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the PL120 (14MP) and the A390 (14MP) is pretty close but the PL120 (1/2.3") and A390 (APS-C) have totally different sensor sizes.
Photography GlossaryThe PL120 was manufactured 6 months after the A390 which means that they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung PL120 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A390 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the PL120 grades against the A390 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Reasons to pick Samsung PL120 over the Sony A390
| PL120 | A390 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Sony A390 over the Samsung PL120
| A390 | PL120 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Dial accurate focusing | ||
| Screen type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Common features in the Samsung PL120 and Sony A390
| PL120 | A390 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | January 2011 |  | July 2010 | Same age |
| Screen size | 2.7" |  | 2.7" | Same screen dimensions |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Neither offers Touch screen |
Samsung PL120 vs Sony A390 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to travel with your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Samsung PL120 offers outside 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 Sony A390 has dimensions of 128mm x 97mm x 86mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 3.4") with a weight of 549 grams (1.21 lbs).
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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at the time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the PL120 against the A390.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the PL120 and A390 is 99 and 66 respectively.
Samsung PL120 vs Sony A390 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be hard to envision the difference in sensor dimensions merely by viewing specifications. The image underneath will help give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the PL120 and A390.
To sum up, both the cameras feature the identical megapixels albeit not the same sensor dimensions. The PL120 uses the smaller sensor which will make obtaining shallower depth of field more difficult.
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Samsung PL120 vs Sony A390 Specifications
| Samsung PL120 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A390 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Samsung | Sony |
| Model type | Samsung PL120 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A390 |
| Class | Ultracompact | Entry-Level DSLR |
| Released | 2011-01-05 | 2010-07-28 |
| Physical type | Ultracompact | Compact SLR |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | - | Bionz |
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.16 x 4.62mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
| Sensor area | 28.5mm² | 369.0mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14MP | 14MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | - | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4592 x 3056 |
| Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | - | 100 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Total focus points | - | 9 |
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
| Lens zoom range | () | - |
| Total lenses | - | 143 |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
| Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
| Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | Optical (pentamirror) |
| Viewfinder coverage | - | 95% |
| Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.49x |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 8 secs | 30 secs |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
| Continuous shutter rate | - | 3.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | - | 10.00 m (at ISO 100) |
| Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Wireless |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/160 secs |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | - |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | None |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | - | 549 gr (1.21 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 94 x 54 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") | 128 x 97 x 86mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 3.4") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | not tested | 66 |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.5 |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.5 |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | 607 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | - | 230 photographs |
| Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | - | NP-FH50 |
| Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage type | - | SD/ SDHC, Memory Stick Pro Duo |
| Card slots | - | 1 |
| Launch price | $150 | $500 |