Samsung PL170 vs Sony TF1

In this article, we will be reviewing the Samsung PL170 vs Sony TF1, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the PL170 (16MP) and the TF1 (16MP) is relatively comparable and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The PL170 was introduced 3 years before the TF1 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung PL170 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony TF1 being a Compact camera.

Before delving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the PL170 grades versus the TF1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung PL170 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung PL170 Gallery & Sony TF1 Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Samsung PL170 has got outer dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while the Sony TF1 has specifications of 102mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the PL170 versus the TF1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the PL170 and TF1 is 99 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, its hard to see the gap in sensor dimensions merely by checking out specifications. The pic here might offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the PL170 and TF1.

To sum up, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of photos but you should always consider the age of the cameras into account. The more aged PL170 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.