Samsung PL210 vs Sony W380

Here is a in-depth overview of the Samsung PL210 and Sony W380, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the PL210 (14MP) and the W380 (14MP) is fairly well matched and they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The PL210 was manufactured 13 months later than the W380 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before going through a in-depth comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the PL210 scores against the W380 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung PL210 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W380. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung PL210 Gallery and Sony W380 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera often, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Samsung PL210 offers outer dimensions of 100mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) whilst the Sony W380 has dimensions of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") and a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

See the Samsung PL210 and Sony W380 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the PL210 and the W380.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the PL210 and W380 is 99 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing merely by checking specifications. The visual here should provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the PL210 and W380.

To sum up, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same MP and you should expect similar quality of images however you should really factor the release date of the products into consideration. The fresher PL210 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.