Samsung PL170 vs Sony T99
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Samsung PL170 vs Sony T99 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 0 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 95 x 57 x 19mm
- Released January 2011
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
- 121g - 93 x 56 x 17mm
- Released July 2010
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Its time to look a bit more closely at the Samsung PL170 vs Sony T99, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the PL170 (16MP) and the T99 (14MP) is relatively similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe PL170 was unveiled 7 months after the T99 which means that they are of a similar age. The two cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before going into a thorough comparison, here is a short overview of how the PL170 scores against the T99 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Samsung PL170 over the Sony T99
| PL170 | T99 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | January 2011 |  | July 2010 | More modern by 7 months |
Reasons to pick Sony T99 over the Samsung PL170
| T99 | PL170 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Touch friendly screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Samsung PL170 and Sony T99
| PL170 | T99 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | No manual focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen size | 3" |  | 3" | Same screen measurements |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Same screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither features selfie screen |
Samsung PL170 vs Sony T99 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry around your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Samsung PL170 enjoys physical measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Sony T99 has measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).
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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the PL170 compared to the T99.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the PL170 and T99 is 99 and 96 respectively.
Samsung PL170 vs Sony T99 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is hard to picture the contrast between sensor sizes just by reviewing specs. The image underneath may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the PL170 and T99.
All in all, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Samsung PL170 to offer you greater detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots way more aggressively. The fresher PL170 should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.
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Samsung PL170 vs Sony T99 Specifications
| Samsung PL170 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Samsung | Sony |
| Model | Samsung PL170 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99 |
| Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Released | 2011-01-05 | 2010-07-08 |
| Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | - | Bionz |
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16MP | 14MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | - | 80 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 9 |
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | () | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
| Highest aperture | - | f/3.5-4.6 |
| Macro focus distance | - | 1cm |
| Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
| Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 2 secs |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1250 secs |
| Continuous shooting rate | - | 10.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | - | 4.60 m |
| Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red eye, Slow syncro |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | - | MPEG-4 |
| Microphone support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | - | 121 gr (0.27 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 95 x 57 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 93 x 56 x 17mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery model | - | NP-BN1 |
| Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec, portrait1, portrait2) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage type | - | SD/ SDHC/ SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Price at launch | $175 | $179 |
