Samsung PL120 vs Sony HX100V

Here is a detailed assessment of the Samsung PL120 vs Sony HX100V, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the PL120 (14MP) and the HX100V (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The PL120 was manufactured 9 months before the HX100V which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Samsung PL120 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony HX100V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving into a detailed comparison, here is a quick summary of how the PL120 scores vs the HX100V with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung PL120 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V. The entire galleries are available at Samsung PL120 Gallery and Sony HX100V Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Samsung PL120 features outer dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while the Sony HX100V has proportions of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") along with a weight of 577 grams (1.27 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use during that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the PL120 compared to the HX100V.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the PL120 and HX100V is 99 and 66 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing purely by going over specifications. The visual underneath will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the PL120 and HX100V.

Plainly, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should count on the Sony HX100V to offer you extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The older PL120 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.