Samsung PL120 vs Sony HX7V
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Samsung PL120 vs Sony HX7V Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 0 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 94 x 54 x 19mm
- Announced January 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 208g - 102 x 58 x 29mm
- Launched July 2011
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The following is a comprehensive comparison of the Samsung PL120 versus Sony HX7V, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the PL120 (14MP) and the HX7V (16MP) is very similar and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe PL120 was launched 6 months earlier than the HX7V and they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Samsung PL120 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony HX7V being a Compact camera.
Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the PL120 matches up versus the HX7V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung PL120 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX7V. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung PL120 Gallery & Sony HX7V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung PL120 over the Sony HX7V
| PL120 | HX7V |
|---|
Reasons to pick Sony HX7V over the Samsung PL120
| HX7V | PL120 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
| Display resolution | 921k |  | 230k | Sharper display (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung PL120 and Sony HX7V
| PL120 | HX7V | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | January 2011 |  | July 2011 | Similar age |
| Focus manually |  | Lack of manual focus | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Lacking selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Samsung PL120 vs Sony HX7V Physical Comparison
If you're going to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Samsung PL120 comes with external dimensions 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 HX7V has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).
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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select at that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the PL120 and the HX7V.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the PL120 and HX7V is 99 and 92 respectively.
Samsung PL120 vs Sony HX7V Sensor Comparison
Generally, its difficult to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions only by going over a spec sheet. The pic underneath might give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the PL120 and HX7V.
Clearly, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You can expect to see the Sony HX7V to offer you more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos more aggressively.
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Samsung PL120 vs Sony HX7V Specifications
| Samsung PL120 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX7V | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Samsung | Sony |
| Model | Samsung PL120 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX7V |
| Class | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Announced | 2011-01-05 | 2011-07-19 |
| Physical type | Ultracompact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | - | BIONZ |
| Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.16 x 4.62mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 28.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | - | 125 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 9 |
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | () | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
| Max aperture | - | f/3.5-5.5 |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
| Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 921k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Screen technology | - | XtraFine LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 30 secs |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
| Continuous shooting rate | - | 10.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | - | 4.80 m |
| Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | - | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | BuiltIn |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | - | 208 gr (0.46 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 94 x 54 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") | 102 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery model | - | NP-BG1 |
| Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage type | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
| Card slots | - | One |
| Launch cost | $150 | $499 |
