Samsung PL120 vs Sony TX1

Lets take a more detailed look at the Samsung PL120 versus Sony TX1, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Samsung and Sony. There is a noticeable difference among the resolutions of the PL120 (14MP) and TX1 (10MP) and the PL120 (1/2.3") and TX1 (1/2.4") feature totally different sensor dimensions.

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The PL120 was unveiled 18 months later than the TX1 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the PL120 scores against the TX1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung PL120 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1. The full galleries are provided at Samsung PL120 Gallery & Sony TX1 Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and size. The Samsung PL120 provides exterior 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) while the Sony TX1 has specifications of 94mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is the front view size comparison of the PL120 versus the TX1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the PL120 and TX1 is 99 and 96 respectively.

Usually, its tough to see the contrast in sensor measurements simply by going through specifications. The photograph underneath should provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the PL120 and TX1.

To sum up, each of these cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The PL120 with its larger sensor will make getting shallower DOF simpler and the Samsung PL120 will provide extra detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The younger PL120 will have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.