Samsung PL200 vs Sony W330

Its time to look a little more closely at the Samsung PL200 and Sony W330, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Ultracompact by competitors Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the PL200 (14MP) and the W330 (14MP) is very similar and they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The PL200 was brought out 7 months later than the W330 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung PL200 being a Compact camera and the Sony W330 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting through a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple view of how the PL200 matches up vs the W330 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung PL200 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung PL200 Gallery & Sony W330 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and size. The Samsung PL200 has outside measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") and a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Sony W330 has specifications of 96mm x 57mm x 17mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the PL200 versus the W330.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the PL200 and W330 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to picture the contrast between sensor measurements only by going over technical specs. The photograph here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the PL200 and W330.

As you have seen, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same megapixels therefore you can expect similar quality of pictures however you will want to factor the age of the products into consideration. The newer PL200 should have a benefit in sensor innovation.