Samsung PL170 vs Sony TX66

Here, we will be matching up the Samsung PL170 and Sony TX66, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the PL170 (16MP) and the TX66 (18MP) is relatively close and both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The PL170 was brought out 13 months prior to the TX66 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before going straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise summary of how the PL170 scores vs the TX66 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung PL170 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX66. The entire galleries are available at Samsung PL170 Gallery and Sony TX66 Gallery.

For those who are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and proportions. The Samsung PL170 offers outer dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Sony TX66 has measurements of 93mm x 54mm x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") having a weight of 109 grams (0.24 lbs).

Check out the Samsung PL170 and Sony TX66 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the PL170 against the TX66.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the PL170 and TX66 is 99 and 97 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by looking through technical specs. The picture below will offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the PL170 and TX66.

As you have seen, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Sony TX66 to provide you with extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The more aged PL170 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.