Samsung PL170 vs Sony WX1

Following is a detailed analysis of the Samsung PL170 vs Sony WX1, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Samsung and Sony. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the PL170 (16MP) and WX1 (10MP) and the PL170 (1/2.3") and WX1 (1/2.4") possess different sensor measurements.

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The PL170 was released 18 months after the WX1 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a brief summation of how the PL170 grades against the WX1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung PL170 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX1. The complete galleries are available at Samsung PL170 Gallery and Sony WX1 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry around your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Samsung PL170 enjoys outside dimensions 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) whilst the Sony WX1 has measurements of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

Check out the Samsung PL170 vs Sony WX1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the PL170 compared to the WX1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the PL170 and WX1 is 99 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to picture the difference between sensor sizes only by reading technical specs. The pic below should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the PL170 and WX1.

As you have seen, both cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The PL170 due to its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF less difficult and the Samsung PL170 will offer you extra detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs much more aggressively. The younger PL170 provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.