Samsung PL210 vs Sony HX30V

The following is a detailed assessment of the Samsung PL210 versus Sony HX30V, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Samsung and Sony. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the PL210 (14MP) and HX30V (18MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The PL210 was announced 13 months before the HX30V making them a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Samsung PL210 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony HX30V being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise overview of how the PL210 grades vs the HX30V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung PL210 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung PL210 Gallery and Sony HX30V Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Samsung PL210 features exterior measurements of 100mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while the Sony HX30V has dimensions of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") with a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

Check the Samsung PL210 versus Sony HX30V in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the PL210 versus the HX30V.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the PL210 and HX30V is 99 and 90 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions just by reading through technical specs. The image below may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the PL210 and HX30V.

As you can tell, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Sony HX30V to resolve greater detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images way more aggressively. The more aged PL210 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.