Samsung PL170 vs Sony TX200V

Lets examine more in depth at the Samsung PL170 versus Sony TX200V, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the PL170 (16MP) and the TX200V (18MP) is relatively close and they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The PL170 was brought out 13 months earlier than the TX200V which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before we go straight into a thorough comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the PL170 scores vs the TX200V with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung PL170 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX200V. The entire galleries are available at Samsung PL170 Gallery and Sony TX200V Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Samsung PL170 features exterior measurements 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) and the Sony TX200V has dimensions of 96mm x 58mm x 16mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") and a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the PL170 and the TX200V.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the PL170 and TX200V is 99 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizing just by looking through specs. The graphic below should provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the PL170 and TX200V.

All in all, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Sony TX200V to result in greater detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The older PL170 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.