Samsung PL120 vs Sony A850

On this page, we will be looking at the Samsung PL120 and Sony A850, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the PL120 (14MP) and A850 (25MP) and the PL120 (1/2.3") and A850 (Full frame) have totally different sensor measurements.

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The PL120 was released 9 months after the A850 and they are of a similar age. The two cameras have different body design with the Samsung PL120 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A850 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the PL120 matches up against the A850 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung PL120 & Sony Alpha DSLR-A850. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung PL120 Gallery & Sony A850 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Samsung PL120 has got physical measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) whilst the Sony A850 has specifications of 156mm x 117mm x 82mm (6.1" x 4.6" x 3.2") along with a weight of 895 grams (1.97 lbs).

Analyze the Samsung PL120 and Sony A850 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the PL120 compared to the A850.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the PL120 and A850 is 99 and 54 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes just by reviewing specs. The image below will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the PL120 and A850.

All in all, each of the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The PL120 featuring a tinier sensor will make getting bokeh harder and the Sony A850 will deliver extra detail as a result of its extra 11 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots more aggressively. The younger PL120 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.