Samsung PL200 vs Sony W220

Here, we will be contrasting the Samsung PL200 versus Sony W220, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the PL200 (14MP) and the W220 (12MP) is relatively close and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The PL200 was introduced 19 months later than the W220 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the PL200 matches up against the W220 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung PL200 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung PL200 Gallery & Sony W220 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera, you should consider its weight and proportions. The Samsung PL200 features exterior measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") with a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Sony W220 has measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with at that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the PL200 compared to the W220.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the PL200 and W220 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it can be tough to see the gap in sensor measurements just by looking through specs. The photograph underneath will offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the PL200 and W220.

All in all, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Samsung PL200 to result in greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The younger PL200 will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.