Samsung PL200 vs Sony A500

Following is a comprehensive analysis of the Samsung PL200 vs Sony A500, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the PL200 (14MP) and the A500 (12MP) is very similar but the PL200 (1/2.3") and A500 (APS-C) come with different sensor dimensions.

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The PL200 was launched 11 months after the A500 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung PL200 being a Compact camera and the Sony A500 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before getting in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise overview of how the PL200 matches up against the A500 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung PL200 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A500. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung PL200 Gallery and Sony A500 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Samsung PL200 has got external measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") with a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Sony A500 has dimensions of 137mm x 104mm x 84mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.3") along with a weight of 630 grams (1.39 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the PL200 and the A500.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the PL200 and A500 is 94 and 63 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizes just by going over technical specs. The image here should give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the PL200 and A500.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The PL200 because of its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field trickier and the Samsung PL200 will deliver greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos far more aggressively. The more recent PL200 provides an edge in sensor innovation.