Samsung PL120 vs Sony W320
99 Imaging
37 Features
20 Overall
30
97 Imaging
36 Features
21 Overall
30
Samsung PL120 vs Sony W320 Key Specs
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- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 0 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 94 x 54 x 19mm
- Launched January 2011
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-105mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
- 117g - 93 x 52 x 17mm
- Launched January 2010
Samsung PL120 vs Sony W320 Overview
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").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe 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.
Samsung PL120 vs Sony W320 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Samsung PL120 over the Sony W320
PL120 | W320 | |||
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Launched | January 2011 | January 2010 | Newer by 13 months |
Reasons to pick Sony W320 over the Samsung PL120
W320 | PL120 |
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Common features in the Samsung PL120 and Sony W320
PL120 | W320 | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equal screen measurement | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither provides Touch friendly screen |
Samsung PL120 vs Sony W320 Physical Comparison
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).
Look at the Samsung PL120 versus Sony W320 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.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.
Samsung PL120 vs Sony W320 Sensor Comparison
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.
Samsung PL120 vs Sony W320 Screen and ViewFinder
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Samsung PL120 vs Sony W320 Specifications
Samsung PL120 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W320 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung PL120 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W320 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2011-01-05 | 2010-01-07 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
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 | 14MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | - | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | () | 26-105mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/2.7-5.7 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 4cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 secs | 1 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.80 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | - | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | - | 117g (0.26 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 94 x 54 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") | 93 x 52 x 17mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | - | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | - | 1 |
Cost at release | $150 | $269 |