Samsung PL170 vs Sony W710

Below, we will be comparing the Samsung PL170 versus Sony W710, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the PL170 (16MP) and the W710 (16MP) is pretty well matched and they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The PL170 was released 24 months before the W710 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung PL170 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony W710 being a Compact camera.

Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise summary of how the PL170 scores against the W710 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung PL170 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung PL170 Gallery and Sony W710 Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera, you will need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Samsung PL170 features outer measurements 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) whilst the Sony W710 has dimensions of 97mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use at that time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the PL170 compared to the W710.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the PL170 and W710 is 99 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to see the gap between sensor dimensions merely by looking at a spec sheet. The image here will offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the PL170 and W710.

As you can see, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same megapixels so you should expect similar quality of files though you need to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged PL170 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.