Samsung PL120 vs Sony T900
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Samsung PL120 vs Sony T900 Key Specs
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- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 0 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 94 x 54 x 19mm
- Introduced January 2011
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- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-10.0) lens
- 143g - 98 x 58 x 16mm
- Launched February 2009
Samsung PL120 vs Sony T900 Overview
Its time to take a more detailed look at the Samsung PL120 vs Sony T900, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the PL120 (14MP) and the T900 (12MP) is very comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe PL120 was manufactured 23 months after the T900 making them a generation away from one another. The two cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before getting straight to a full comparison, here is a brief summary of how the PL120 grades against the T900 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Samsung PL120 vs Sony T900 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung PL120 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung PL120 Gallery & Sony T900 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung PL120 over the Sony T900
PL120 | T900 | |||
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Launched | January 2011 | February 2009 | More modern by 23 months |
Reasons to pick Sony T900 over the Samsung PL120
T900 | PL120 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial exact focusing | |||
Display dimensions | 3.5" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.8") | |
Display resolution | 922k | 230k | Sharper display (+692k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Samsung PL120 and Sony T900
PL120 | T900 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen |
Samsung PL120 vs Sony T900 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to factor in 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") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Sony T900 has specifications of 98mm x 58mm x 16mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.6") along with a weight of 143 grams (0.32 lbs).
Examine the Samsung PL120 vs Sony T900 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the PL120 vs the T900.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the PL120 and T900 is 99 and 96 respectively.
Samsung PL120 vs Sony T900 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes purely by going through a spec sheet. The image here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the PL120 and T900.
Clearly, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Samsung PL120 to produce greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images more aggressively. The fresher PL120 provides an advantage in sensor innovation.
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Samsung PL120 vs Sony T900 Specifications
Samsung PL120 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung PL120 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2011-01-05 | 2009-02-17 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.16 x 4.62mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | - | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | () | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/3.5-10.0 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 3.5" |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 922k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8s | 2s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1000s |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 2.90 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | - | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | - | 143g (0.32 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 94 x 54 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") | 98 x 58 x 16mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | ||
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | - | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | - | One |
Pricing at release | $150 | $300 |