Samsung PL120 vs Sony W620

Lets examine more in depth at the Samsung PL120 versus Sony W620, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the PL120 (14MP) and the W620 (14MP) is very close and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The PL120 was revealed 12 months before the W620 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Samsung PL120 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony W620 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight into a full comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the PL120 scores against the W620 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung PL120 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620. The full galleries are available at Samsung PL120 Gallery and Sony W620 Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Samsung PL120 provides outer 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) and the Sony W620 has measurements of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Analyze the Samsung PL120 versus Sony W620 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the PL120 against the W620.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the PL120 and W620 is 99 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to picture the gap in sensor dimensions merely by viewing a spec sheet. The pic underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the PL120 and W620.

Clearly, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of pictures although you should take the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged PL120 will be behind in sensor tech.