Samsung PL120 vs Sony H300

Below, we will be reviewing the Samsung PL120 versus Sony H300, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Samsung and Sony. There is a noticeable difference among the resolutions of the PL120 (14MP) and H300 (20MP) but they possess the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The PL120 was introduced 4 years before the H300 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Samsung PL120 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony H300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting through a in depth comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the PL120 grades against the H300 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung PL120 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H300. The whole galleries are available at Samsung PL120 Gallery & Sony H300 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Samsung PL120 has got physical dimensions 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 Sony H300 has proportions of 130mm x 95mm x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") with a weight of 590 grams (1.30 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung PL120 versus Sony H300 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using during that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the PL120 and the H300.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the PL120 and H300 is 99 and 63 respectively.

Oftentimes, its hard to envision the gap in sensor sizing just by looking through specifications. The visual here might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the PL120 and H300.

To sum up, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Sony H300 to provide you with greater detail using its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots much more aggressively. The older PL120 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.