Samsung PL120 vs Sony W290

Lets look closer at the Samsung PL120 and Sony W290, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the PL120 (14MP) and the W290 (12MP) is relatively well matched and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The PL120 was manufactured 23 months after the W290 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. The two cameras offer different body type with the Samsung PL120 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony W290 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a complete comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the PL120 scores versus the W290 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung PL120 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290. The entire galleries are available at Samsung PL120 Gallery & Sony W290 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and dimensions. The Samsung PL120 features physical measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while the Sony W290 has dimensions of 98mm x 57mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using during that time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the PL120 and the W290.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the PL120 and W290 is 99 and 94 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reading through a spec sheet. The picture below will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the PL120 and W290.

As you can see, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You can count on the Samsung PL120 to resolve extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The fresher PL120 provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.