Samsung PL120 vs Sony HX400V

On this page, we will be evaluating the Samsung PL120 and Sony HX400V, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Samsung and Sony. There is a sizable difference among the sensor resolutions of the PL120 (14MP) and HX400V (20MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The PL120 was launched 4 years earlier than the HX400V which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Samsung PL120 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony HX400V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the PL120 grades vs the HX400V in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung PL120 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung PL120 Gallery & Sony HX400V Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Samsung PL120 enjoys outside measurements 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 HX400V has specifications of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") and a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the PL120 versus the HX400V.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the PL120 and HX400V is 99 and 62 respectively.

Generally, its tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes merely by researching specifications. The pic below should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the PL120 and HX400V.

Plainly, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You can count on the Sony HX400V to result in greater detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more aged PL120 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.