Samsung PL120 vs Sony TX5
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Samsung PL120 vs Sony TX5 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
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.4" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.5-6.3) lens
- 148g - 94 x 57 x 18mm
- Introduced February 2010
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Below is a in-depth overview of the Samsung PL120 versus Sony TX5, both Ultracompact cameras by companies Samsung and Sony. There is a large difference among the image resolutions of the PL120 (14MP) and TX5 (10MP) and the PL120 (1/2.3") and TX5 (1/2.4") offer totally different sensor sizing.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe PL120 was revealed 11 months later than the TX5 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise view of how the PL120 scores versus the TX5 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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This is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung PL120 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX5. The full galleries are available at Samsung PL120 Gallery & Sony TX5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung PL120 over the Sony TX5
| PL120 | TX5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | January 2011 |  | February 2010 | More recent by 11 months |
Reasons to pick Sony TX5 over the Samsung PL120
| TX5 | PL120 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Dial exact focus | ||
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
| Touch friendly screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Samsung PL120 and Sony TX5
| PL120 | TX5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither contains selfie screen |
Samsung PL120 vs Sony TX5 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to lug around your camera, you should consider its weight and proportions. The Samsung PL120 has got outer measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) whilst the Sony TX5 has measurements of 94mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).
See the Samsung PL120 versus Sony TX5 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the PL120 compared to the TX5.
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the PL120 and TX5 is 99 and 96 respectively.
Samsung PL120 vs Sony TX5 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be hard to envision the gap in sensor measurements simply by seeing a spec sheet. The photograph below should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the PL120 and TX5.
Clearly, the 2 cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The PL120 with its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Samsung PL120 will provide greater detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures more aggressively. The newer PL120 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.
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Samsung PL120 vs Sony TX5 Specifications
| Samsung PL120 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX5 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Samsung | Sony |
| Model type | Samsung PL120 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX5 |
| Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Introduced | 2011-01-05 | 2010-02-18 |
| Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | - | Bionz |
| Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.4" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.16 x 4.62mm | 6.104 x 4.578mm |
| Sensor area | 28.5mm² | 27.9mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14MP | 10MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
| Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | - | 125 |
| RAW support | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| AF single | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| 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/3.5-6.3 |
| Macro focusing range | - | 1cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
| Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 2 secs |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
| Continuous shooting rate | - | 10.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | - | 2.90 m |
| Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | - | MPEG-4 |
| Microphone port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| 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 | - | 148 gr (0.33 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 94 x 54 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") | 94 x 57 x 18mm (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 sec or 10 sec, portrait1/ portrait2) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage type | - | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/ Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
| Card slots | - | One |
| Retail price | $150 | $239 |