Samsung PL120 vs Sony W220
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37 Features
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95 Imaging
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Samsung PL120 vs Sony W220 Key Specs
(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
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 30-120mm (F2.8-7.1) lens
- 147g - 95 x 57 x 22mm
- Released January 2009
Samsung PL120 vs Sony W220 Overview
Lets look closer at the Samsung PL120 vs Sony W220, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the PL120 (14MP) and the W220 (12MP) is very comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe PL120 was unveiled 2 years after the W220 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Samsung PL120 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony W220 being a Compact camera.
Before getting into a thorough comparison, here is a quick summary of how the PL120 scores vs the W220 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Samsung PL120 vs Sony W220 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung PL120 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung PL120 Gallery and Sony W220 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung PL120 over the Sony W220
PL120 | W220 | |||
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Released | January 2011 | January 2009 | Newer by 25 months |
Reasons to pick Sony W220 over the Samsung PL120
W220 | PL120 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial accurate focus |
Common features in the Samsung PL120 and Sony W220
PL120 | W220 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equal display size | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither includes Touch display |
Samsung PL120 vs Sony W220 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and proportions. The Samsung PL120 features outside 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 W220 has measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).
Contrast the Samsung PL120 vs Sony W220 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose during that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the PL120 and the W220.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the PL120 and W220 is 99 and 95 respectively.
Samsung PL120 vs Sony W220 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions only by checking out technical specs. The pic below may give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the PL120 and W220.
As you can tell, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Samsung PL120 to produce greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The newer PL120 provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.
Samsung PL120 vs Sony W220 Screen and ViewFinder
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Samsung PL120 vs Sony W220 Specifications
Samsung PL120 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung PL120 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220 |
Category | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2011-01-05 | 2009-01-08 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Compact |
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 alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | - | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | () | 30-120mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/2.8-7.1 |
Macro focusing range | - | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 1s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 7.10 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | - | Auto, Flash On, Slow Syncro, Red-eye, Flash Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
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 | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (8 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data format | - | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | - | 147 gr (0.32 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 94 x 54 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") | 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
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 | ||
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | - | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | - | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $150 | $160 |