Samsung PL170 vs Sony A9

Let's examine more in depth at the Samsung PL170 and Sony A9, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by companies Samsung and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the PL170 (16MP) and A9 (24MP) and the PL170 (1/2.3") and A9 (Full frame) come with totally different sensor size.

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The PL170 was unveiled 7 years prior to the A9 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung PL170 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A9 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a short overview of how the PL170 grades vs the A9 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung PL170 and Sony Alpha A9. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung PL170 Gallery and Sony A9 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Samsung PL170 has physical 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 Sony A9 has measurements of 127mm x 96mm x 63mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.5") and a weight of 673 grams (1.48 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung PL170 and Sony A9 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the PL170 vs the A9.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the PL170 and A9 is 99 and 65 respectively.

Normally, its hard to see the difference in sensor sizing merely by looking through technical specs. The photograph here will help give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the PL170 and A9.

As you have seen, both the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The PL170 having a smaller sensor will make shooting shallow DOF more difficult and the Sony A9 will result in extra detail having an extra 8MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The older PL170 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.