Samsung PL120 vs Sony A450
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Samsung PL120 vs Sony A450 Key Specs
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- 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
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- 14MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 12800
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 560g - 137 x 104 x 81mm
- Revealed January 2010
Samsung PL120 vs Sony A450 Overview
Lets look more closely at the Samsung PL120 versus Sony A450, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the PL120 (14MP) and the A450 (14MP) is relatively well matched but the PL120 (1/2.3") and A450 (APS-C) use different sensor measurements.
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe PL120 was revealed 13 months later than the A450 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both cameras offer different body type with the Samsung PL120 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A450 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise summary of how the PL120 scores against the A450 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Samsung PL120 vs Sony A450 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung PL120 & Sony Alpha DSLR-A450. The full galleries are provided at Samsung PL120 Gallery & Sony A450 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung PL120 over the Sony A450
PL120 | A450 | |||
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Revealed | January 2011 | January 2010 | Fresher by 13 months |
Reasons to pick Sony A450 over the Samsung PL120
A450 | PL120 | |||
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Focus manually | More accurate focus |
Common features in the Samsung PL120 and Sony A450
PL120 | A450 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equivalent screen measurements | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Identical screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Missing Touch friendly screen |
Samsung PL120 vs Sony A450 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and volume. 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) while the Sony A450 has sizing of 137mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.2") along with a weight of 560 grams (1.23 lbs).
Examine the Samsung PL120 versus Sony A450 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the PL120 vs the A450.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the PL120 and A450 is 99 and 65 respectively.
Samsung PL120 vs Sony A450 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizing only by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic here will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the PL120 and A450.
As you can see, both of these cameras offer the same exact megapixel count albeit different sensor sizing. The PL120 offers the tinier sensor which will make obtaining bokeh harder. The newer PL120 provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.
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Samsung PL120 vs Sony A450 Specifications
Samsung PL120 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A450 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung PL120 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A450 |
Category | Ultracompact | Entry-Level DSLR |
Launched | 2011-01-05 | 2010-01-05 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.16 x 4.62mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.5mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4592 x 3056 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | - | 200 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Lens focal range | () | - |
Number of lenses | - | 143 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | - | TFT Clear Photo Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.53x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 7.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | - | Auto, Fill, Rear Sync, Slow Sync, Wireless/ High Speed Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | - | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | - |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | None |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | - | 560 grams (1.23 pounds) |
Dimensions | 94 x 54 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") | 137 x 104 x 81mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 66 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 21.8 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.8 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 769 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 1050 shots |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-FM500H |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | - | SD/ SDHC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | - | 1 |
Retail pricing | $150 | $1,241 |