Samsung PL210 vs Sony W290

Here is a comprehensive assessment of the Samsung PL210 versus Sony W290, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the PL210 (14MP) and the W290 (12MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The PL210 was announced 23 months later than the W290 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung PL210 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony W290 being a Compact camera.

Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the PL210 scores against the W290 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung PL210 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung PL210 Gallery and Sony W290 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Samsung PL210 enjoys exterior dimensions of 100mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) whilst the Sony W290 has proportions of 98mm x 57mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Check the Samsung PL210 versus Sony W290 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the PL210 and the W290.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the PL210 and W290 is 99 and 94 respectively.

Typically, its difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing merely by going through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the PL210 and W290.

As you can see, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Samsung PL210 to show more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The fresher PL210 provides an advantage in sensor tech.