Samsung PL170 vs Sony A57

Following is a in-depth comparison of the Samsung PL170 versus Sony A57, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the PL170 (16MP) and the A57 (16MP) is very similar but the PL170 (1/2.3") and A57 (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor size.

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The PL170 was introduced 20 months prior to the A57 making the cameras a generation away from one another. The two cameras offer different body type with the Samsung PL170 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A57 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the PL170 grades against the A57 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung PL170 and Sony SLT-A57. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung PL170 Gallery and Sony A57 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and proportions. The Samsung PL170 comes with 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) and the Sony A57 has measurements of 132mm x 98mm x 81mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.2") with a weight of 618 grams (1.36 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung PL170 versus Sony A57 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using during that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the PL170 against the A57.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the PL170 and A57 is 99 and 64 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to see the difference between sensor sizes purely by reading technical specs. The picture below will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the PL170 and A57.

As you can tell, both of those cameras offer the same exact megapixel count but not the same sensor sizes. The PL170 has the tinier sensor which should make achieving shallow depth of field harder. The more aged PL170 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.