Samsung PL200 vs Sony TX55

Following is a detailed overview of the Samsung PL200 vs Sony TX55, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact by competitors Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the PL200 (14MP) and the TX55 (16MP) is fairly well matched and they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The PL200 was revealed 12 months before the TX55 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung PL200 being a Compact camera and the Sony TX55 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go in to a complete comparison, below is a short view of how the PL200 grades against the TX55 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung PL200 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung PL200 Gallery and Sony TX55 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and size. The Samsung PL200 offers outside measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") having a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Sony TX55 has specifications of 93mm x 54mm x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") accompanied by a weight of 109 grams (0.24 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the PL200 vs the TX55.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the PL200 and TX55 is 94 and 97 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reading through specifications. The pic here will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the PL200 and TX55.

Plainly, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Sony TX55 to give you more detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images far more aggressively. The more aged PL200 is going to be behind in sensor technology.