Samsung PL120 vs Sony W510

Here, we will be matching up the Samsung PL120 vs Sony W510, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the PL120 (14MP) and the W510 (12MP) is pretty close and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The PL120 was introduced within a month of the W510 so they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before going into a in depth comparison, here is a quick overview of how the PL120 matches up against the W510 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung PL120 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510. The whole galleries are available at Samsung PL120 Gallery and Sony W510 Gallery.

In case you're going to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Samsung PL120 has outside dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) whilst the Sony W510 has measurements of 96mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") along with a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the PL120 and the W510.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the PL120 and W510 is 99 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, its difficult to see the difference in sensor dimensions just by researching a spec sheet. The image here should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the PL120 and W510.

As you can see, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Samsung PL120 to render more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively.