Samsung PL170 vs Sony WX5

Following is a complete overview of the Samsung PL170 and Sony WX5, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Samsung and Sony. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the PL170 (16MP) and WX5 (12MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The PL170 was launched 7 months after the WX5 and they are of a similar generation. The two cameras have different body design with the Samsung PL170 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony WX5 being a Compact camera.

Before getting straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the PL170 grades versus the WX5 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung PL170 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung PL170 Gallery and Sony WX5 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Samsung PL170 offers external 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) whilst the Sony WX5 has dimensions of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung PL170 and Sony WX5 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the PL170 vs the WX5.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the PL170 and WX5 is 99 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizes merely by going over specs. The image underneath may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the PL170 and WX5.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should expect to see the Samsung PL170 to deliver more detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The newer PL170 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.