Samsung PL120 vs Sony W350

In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Samsung PL120 and Sony W350, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the PL120 (14MP) and the W350 (14MP) is relatively similar and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The PL120 was introduced 13 months later than the W350 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before we go in to a in depth comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the PL120 grades vs the W350 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung PL120 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W350. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung PL120 Gallery & Sony W350 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Samsung PL120 comes with 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) and the Sony W350 has dimensions of 91mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the PL120 vs the W350.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the PL120 and W350 is 99 and 97 respectively.

Quite often, it is very difficult to visualise the difference between sensor measurements merely by going over a spec sheet. The photograph underneath may provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the PL120 and W350.

Clearly, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical megapixels so you can expect similar quality of images but you may want to consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The newer PL120 will have an edge in sensor tech.