Samsung PL210 vs Sony W830

Here, we are reviewing the Samsung PL210 versus Sony W830, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Samsung and Sony. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the PL210 (14MP) and W830 (20MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The PL210 was revealed 4 years earlier than the W830 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a brief overview of how the PL210 matches up against the W830 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung PL210 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W830. The full galleries are provided at Samsung PL210 Gallery and Sony W830 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera, you will want to think about its weight and proportions. The Samsung PL210 has external 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 W830 has measurements of 93mm x 52mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs).

Examine the Samsung PL210 versus Sony W830 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select at the time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the PL210 compared to the W830.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the PL210 and W830 is 99 and 96 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions only by checking specs. The image below should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the PL210 and W830.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You should expect to see the Sony W830 to resolve more detail because of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more aged PL210 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.