Samsung PL120 vs Sony W730

Lets look more closely at the Samsung PL120 versus Sony W730, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the PL120 (14MP) and the W730 (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The PL120 was launched 24 months earlier than the W730 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both cameras have different body design with the Samsung PL120 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony W730 being a Compact camera.

Before getting into a detailed comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the PL120 matches up versus the W730 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung PL120 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W730. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung PL120 Gallery and Sony W730 Gallery.

If you're looking to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Samsung PL120 provides exterior dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while the Sony W730 has dimensions of 93mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") along with a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the PL120 versus the W730.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the PL120 and W730 is 99 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to envision the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing specifications. The image below will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the PL120 and W730.

Plainly, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Sony W730 to deliver more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged PL120 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.