Samsung PL200 vs Sony W320

Here, we are reviewing the Samsung PL200 vs Sony W320, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the PL200 (14MP) and the W320 (14MP) is very comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The PL200 was launched 7 months later than the W320 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung PL200 being a Compact camera and the Sony W320 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going into a detailed comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the PL200 matches up versus the W320 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung PL200 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W320. The complete galleries are available at Samsung PL200 Gallery and Sony W320 Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Samsung PL200 has external dimensions 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 W320 has measurements of 93mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7") having a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung PL200 vs Sony W320 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose at the time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the PL200 against the W320.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the PL200 and W320 is 94 and 97 respectively.

Often, it is hard to see the gap in sensor measurements only by going through specifications. The visual below might give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the PL200 and W320.

Plainly, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of photographs though you may want to take the release date of the cameras into account. The fresher PL200 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.