Samsung PL120 vs Sony W320

The following is a extensive comparison of the Samsung PL120 versus Sony W320, both Ultracompact cameras by companies Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the PL120 (14MP) and the W320 (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The PL120 was manufactured 13 months after the W320 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go right into a thorough comparison, here is a brief view of how the PL120 grades versus the W320 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung PL120 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W320. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung PL120 Gallery & Sony W320 Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Samsung PL120 provides exterior dimensions 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 W320 has dimensions of 93mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7") along with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the PL120 and the W320.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the PL120 and W320 is 99 and 97 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to picture the gap in sensor dimensions purely by viewing a spec sheet. The image below might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the PL120 and W320.

As you can see, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of photos however you need to consider the age of the cameras into account. The more recent PL120 should have a benefit in sensor tech.