Samsung PL170 vs Sony TX7

The following is a thorough comparison of the Samsung PL170 vs Sony TX7, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Samsung and Sony. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the PL170 (16MP) and TX7 (10MP) and the PL170 (1/2.3") and TX7 (1/2.4") offer totally different sensor sizes.

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The PL170 was announced 13 months after the TX7 which makes them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short introduction of how the PL170 grades versus the TX7 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung PL170 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX7. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung PL170 Gallery and Sony TX7 Gallery.

When you are planning to travel with your camera, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Samsung PL170 offers outside 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 TX7 has dimensions of 98mm x 60mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") and a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung PL170 vs Sony TX7 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the PL170 compared to the TX7.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the PL170 and TX7 is 99 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions purely by looking through specs. The pic here will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the PL170 and TX7.

All in all, each of these cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The PL170 using its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Samsung PL170 will result in extra detail with its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots way more aggressively. The younger PL170 is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.