Samsung PL210 vs Sony A230

Here is a extended review of the Samsung PL210 and Sony A230, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There is a sizable difference between the sensor resolutions of the PL210 (14MP) and A230 (10MP) and the PL210 (1/2.3") and A230 (APS-C) boast totally different sensor measurements.

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The PL210 was revealed 20 months later than the A230 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both cameras have different body design with the Samsung PL210 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A230 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before getting straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short introduction of how the PL210 grades vs the A230 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung PL210 & Sony Alpha DSLR-A230. The full galleries are provided at Samsung PL210 Gallery & Sony A230 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and volume. The Samsung PL210 features physical measurements of 100mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while the Sony A230 has sizing of 128mm x 97mm x 68mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.7") accompanied by a weight of 490 grams (1.08 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the PL210 and the A230.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the PL210 and A230 is 99 and 69 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing merely by checking a spec sheet. The photograph here might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the PL210 and A230.

Clearly, both of those cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The PL210 using its tinier sensor will make getting shallower DOF trickier and the Samsung PL210 will resolve greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs more aggressively. The fresher PL210 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.