Samsung PL170 vs Samsung ST30

Here is a complete comparison of the Samsung PL170 versus Samsung ST30, both Ultracompact cameras and both of them are built by Samsung. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the PL170 (16MP) and ST30 (10MP) and the PL170 (1/2.3") and ST30 (1/3") enjoy different sensor sizes.

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The PL170 was introduced very close to the ST30 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before going through a in depth comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the PL170 matches up against the ST30 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung PL170 and Samsung ST30. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung PL170 Gallery and Samsung ST30 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Samsung PL170 has external measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST30 has measurements of 82mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.2" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 87 grams (0.19 lbs).

Examine the Samsung PL170 versus Samsung ST30 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the PL170 and the ST30.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the PL170 and ST30 is 99 and 98 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to visualize the difference in sensor sizing merely by seeing a spec sheet. The graphic underneath should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the PL170 and ST30.

Clearly, both of those cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The PL170 using its larger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field simpler and the Samsung PL170 will produce more detail using its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images somewhat more aggressively.