Samsung PL170 vs Samsung TL320

Below, we are matching up the Samsung PL170 vs Samsung TL320, both Ultracompact cameras and both are built by Samsung. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the PL170 (16MP) and TL320 (12MP) but they come with the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The PL170 was unveiled 23 months after the TL320 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the PL170 matches up vs the TL320 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung PL170 and Samsung TL320. The full galleries are available at Samsung PL170 Gallery and Samsung TL320 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Samsung PL170 enjoys outer 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) while the Samsung TL320 has specifications of 97mm x 61mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the PL170 compared to the TL320.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the PL170 and TL320 is 99 and 98 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes purely by checking out technical specs. The image underneath should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the PL170 and TL320.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Samsung PL170 to produce more detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images much more aggressively. The younger PL170 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.