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Samsung PL120 vs Sony T99

Portability
99
Imaging
37
Features
20
Overall
30
Samsung PL120 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99 front
Portability
96
Imaging
37
Features
27
Overall
33

Samsung PL120 vs Sony T99 Key Specs

Samsung PL120
(Full Review)
  • 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
  • Released January 2011
Sony T99
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-100mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
  • 121g - 93 x 56 x 17mm
  • Announced July 2010
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Samsung PL120 vs Sony T99 Overview

Below is a in depth analysis of the Samsung PL120 versus Sony T99, both Ultracompact digital cameras by companies Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the PL120 (14MP) and the T99 (14MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The PL120 was revealed 7 months later than the T99 which means that they are both of a similar age. The two cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before diving into a full comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the PL120 scores versus the T99 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Samsung PL120 over the Sony T99

 PL120 T99 
AnnouncedJanuary 2011July 2010More recent by 7 months

Reasons to pick Sony T99 over the Samsung PL120

 T99 PL120 
Screen size3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
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Common features in the Samsung PL120 and Sony T99

 PL120 T99 
Focus manually No manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kIdentical screen resolution
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen

Samsung PL120 vs Sony T99 Physical Comparison

If you are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Samsung PL120 provides outer dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while the Sony T99 has proportions of 93mm x 56mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung PL120 versus Sony T99 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the PL120 compared to the T99.

Samsung PL120 vs Sony T99 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the PL120 and T99 is 99 and 96 respectively.

Samsung PL120 vs Sony T99 top view buttons comparison

Samsung PL120 vs Sony T99 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it's tough to see the difference between sensor measurements only by reading through specifications. The graphic below may provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the PL120 and T99.

To sum up, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same megapixels therefore you can expect similar quality of photographs although you might want to take the age of the products into consideration. The fresher PL120 will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.

Samsung PL120 vs Sony T99 sensor size comparison

Samsung PL120 vs Sony T99 Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung PL120 vs Sony T99 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung PL120 Portrait photography factors
Sony T99 Portrait photography factors
28
MP count good (14MP)
no manual focus
manual exposure not available
external flash not possible
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
28
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
lack of manual exposure
no external flash support
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Samsung PL120
Street photography with Sony T99
49
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
57
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no moving screen
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Samsung PL120 Sports photography features
Sony T99 Sports photography features
26
MP count good (14 megapixels)
can't change focal length (()mm)
no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
35
built in image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (14MP)
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,250s)
lack of shutter priority mode
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Samsung PL120 Travel photography information
Sony T99 Travel photography information
71
MP count good (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
good maximum aperture (f)
lack of Timelapse function
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
65
resolution is good (14MP)
built-in flash
quite wide (25mm)
lack of Timelapse mode
doesn't posses selfie friendly display
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Samsung PL120
Landscape photography with Sony T99
33
good maximum aperture (f)
MP count good (14MP)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (()mm)
tiny screen (2.7 inches)
manual exposure not available
lack of image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
lack of Timelapse function
42
quite wide (25mm)
screen is a good size (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
can't switch lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
lack of manual exposure
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
lack of Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung PL120 as a Vlogging camera
Sony T99 as a Vlogging camera
31
good maximum aperture (f)
has external microphone jack
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
lack of image stabilization
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pxls)
31
quite wide (25mm)
touchscreen functionality
built in image stabilization (Optical)
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
doesn't posses selfie friendly display
video res low (1280 x 720 resolution)
lack of external microphone support
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Samsung PL120 vs Sony T99 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung PL120 and Sony T99
 Samsung PL120Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99
General Information
Brand Samsung Sony
Model type Samsung PL120 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99
Class Ultracompact Ultracompact
Released 2011-01-05 2010-07-08
Physical type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Chip - Bionz
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.16 x 4.62mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.5mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14MP 14MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3 and 16:9
Full resolution 4608 x 3456 4320 x 3240
Max native ISO 3200 3200
Min native ISO - 80
RAW support
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
Continuous AF
AF single
Tracking AF
Selective AF
AF center weighted
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Total focus points - 9
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range () 25-100mm (4.0x)
Highest aperture - f/3.5-4.6
Macro focusing distance - 1cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 2.7" 3"
Resolution of display 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 8s 2s
Highest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/1250s
Continuous shooting rate - 10.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance - 4.60 m
Flash modes - Auto, On, Off, Red eye, Slow syncro
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format - MPEG-4
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None Eye-Fi Connected
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight - 121 gr (0.27 lbs)
Physical dimensions 94 x 54 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") 93 x 56 x 17mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery ID - NP-BN1
Self timer - Yes (2 or 10 sec, portrait1, portrait2)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage - SD/ SDHC/ SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal
Card slots - 1
Retail price $150 $179