Samsung PL170 vs Sony TX20
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Samsung PL170 vs Sony TX20 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
- Launched January 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
- 133g - 96 x 56 x 18mm
- Announced February 2012
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Its time to take a closer look at the Samsung PL170 vs Sony TX20, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the PL170 (16MP) and the TX20 (16MP) is very close and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe PL170 was manufactured 13 months prior to the TX20 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before going through a more detailed comparison, below is a quick summation of how the PL170 scores against the TX20 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung PL170 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung PL170 Gallery and Sony TX20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung PL170 over the Sony TX20
| PL170 | TX20 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Sony TX20 over the Samsung PL170
| TX20 | PL170 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | February 2012 |  | January 2011 | Fresher by 13 months |
| Focus manually |  | More accurate focusing | ||
| Display resolution | 922k |  | 230k | Clearer display (+692k dot) |
| Touch friendly display |  | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Samsung PL170 and Sony TX20
| PL170 | TX20 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display dimension | 3" |  | 3" | Identical display dimensions |
| Selfie screen |  | Lacking selfie screen |
Samsung PL170 vs Sony TX20 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Samsung PL170 provides external dimensions 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 TX20 has sizing of 96mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).
Examine the Samsung PL170 vs Sony TX20 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have at the time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the PL170 vs the TX20.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the PL170 and TX20 is 99 and 96 respectively.
Samsung PL170 vs Sony TX20 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing simply by looking through specs. The graphic below might offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the PL170 and TX20.
All in all, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the identical megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of photos however you should really consider the production date of the cameras into account. The older PL170 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.
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Samsung PL170 vs Sony TX20 Specifications
| Samsung PL170 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Samsung | Sony |
| Model type | Samsung PL170 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20 |
| Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Launched | 2011-01-05 | 2012-02-28 |
| Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | - | BIONZ |
| Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | - | 125 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | () | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
| Highest aperture | - | f/3.5-4.6 |
| Macro focusing distance | - | 1cm |
| Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 922k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Screen technology | - | XtraFine TruBlack TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 8 secs | 4 secs |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
| Continuous shutter speed | - | 10.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | - | 3.70 m |
| Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | - | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | - | 133 gr (0.29 lb) |
| Dimensions | 95 x 57 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 96 x 56 x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | - | 250 photographs |
| Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | - | NP-BN |
| Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage media | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Pricing at release | $175 | $330 |
