Samsung PL170 vs Samsung WB750

Below, we are contrasting the Samsung PL170 and Samsung WB750, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are produced by Samsung. There exists a considerable gap among the resolutions of the PL170 (16MP) and WB750 (13MP) but they possess the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The PL170 was launched 7 months prior to the WB750 which means that they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Samsung PL170 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung WB750 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight into a complete comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the PL170 scores vs the WB750 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung PL170 & Samsung WB750. The complete galleries are available at Samsung PL170 Gallery & Samsung WB750 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera, you should factor in its weight and volume. The Samsung PL170 comes with exterior dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while the Samsung WB750 has sizing of 105mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.0") along with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have at that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the PL170 vs the WB750.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the PL170 and WB750 is 99 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizes merely by checking out technical specs. The image below will help give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the PL170 and WB750.

As you have seen, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You can expect to see the Samsung PL170 to produce extra detail utilizing its extra 3 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos much more aggressively. The more aged PL170 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.