Samsung PL170 vs Sony A200

In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Samsung PL170 and Sony A200, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Samsung and Sony. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the PL170 (16MP) and A200 (10MP) and the PL170 (1/2.3") and A200 (APS-C) come with totally different sensor measurements.

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The PL170 was launched 2 years after the A200 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung PL170 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A200 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go through a full comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the PL170 grades against the A200 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung PL170 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A200. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung PL170 Gallery and Sony A200 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and size. The Samsung PL170 has outside measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Sony A200 has specifications of 131mm x 99mm x 71mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 2.8") along with a weight of 572 grams (1.26 lbs).

Examine the Samsung PL170 and Sony A200 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the PL170 against the A200.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the PL170 and A200 is 99 and 66 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizes just by reading technical specs. The pic here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the PL170 and A200.

As you have seen, both of those cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The PL170 because of its tinier sensor will make getting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Samsung PL170 will deliver greater detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more modern PL170 will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.