Samsung PL170 vs Samsung TL210

Let's look closer at the Samsung PL170 versus Samsung TL210, both Ultracompact digital cameras and both of them are created by Samsung. There exists a crucial gap between the sensor resolutions of the PL170 (16MP) and TL210 (12MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The PL170 was revealed 13 months after the TL210 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving right into a full comparison, here is a short view of how the PL170 scores vs the TL210 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung PL170 and Samsung TL210. The full galleries are available at Samsung PL170 Gallery and Samsung TL210 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and measurements. The Samsung PL170 has external dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while the Samsung TL210 has proportions of 99mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).

Examine the Samsung PL170 versus Samsung TL210 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at the time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the PL170 against the TL210.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the PL170 and TL210 is 99 and 94 respectively.

Quite often, it can be tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizes purely by reviewing specifications. The image underneath may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the PL170 and TL210.

Plainly, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Samsung PL170 to deliver greater detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The more modern PL170 should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.