Samsung PL170 vs Sony S2100

On this page, we will be looking at the Samsung PL170 and Sony S2100, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the PL170 (16MP) and S2100 (12MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The PL170 was manufactured 13 months later than the S2100 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Samsung PL170 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony S2100 being a Compact camera.

Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the PL170 matches up vs the S2100 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung PL170 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung PL170 Gallery and Sony S2100 Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Samsung PL170 offers outer dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Sony S2100 has measurements of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung PL170 and Sony S2100 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the PL170 and the S2100.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the PL170 and S2100 is 99 and 93 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to picture the contrast between sensor measurements just by looking at technical specs. The graphic below will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the PL170 and S2100.

As you can tell, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should count on the Samsung PL170 to give extra detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs more aggressively. The more modern PL170 provides an advantage in sensor tech.