Samsung PL210 vs Sony W620

On this page, we are comparing the Samsung PL210 vs Sony W620, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the PL210 (14MP) and the W620 (14MP) is fairly similar and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The PL210 was launched 12 months prior to the W620 and they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras have different body design with the Samsung PL210 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony W620 being a Compact camera.

Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief overview of how the PL210 matches up against the W620 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung PL210 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620. The complete galleries are available at Samsung PL210 Gallery & Sony W620 Gallery.

If you are aiming to lug around your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Samsung PL210 comes with external 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 W620 has measurements of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the PL210 against the W620.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the PL210 and W620 is 99 and 96 respectively.

Often, it can be hard to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements just by going over a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the PL210 and W620.

Clearly, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels and you can expect similar quality of photos though you really should consider the age of the products into consideration. The older PL210 is going to be behind in sensor tech.