Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Sony TX66 and Samsung PL170 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Sony TX66 has external dimensions of 93 x 54 x 13 mm (3.66 x 2.13 x 0.51″) and weighs 109 g (0.24 lb / 3.84 oz) (including batteries). Samsung PL170 has external dimensions of 95 x 57 x 19 mm (3.74 x 2.24 x 0.75″) and weighs (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Sony TX66 and the Samsung PL170. Sony TX66 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 2mm narrower, 3mm shorter and 6mm thinner than Samsung PL170.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Sony TX66 and Samsung PL170.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Sony TX66 and Samsung PL170.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Samsung PL170 is 109g lighter than the Sony TX66 but we don't think this will make a significant difference.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX66 nor Samsung PL170 provides any type of weather sealing in their bodies, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections: Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Sony TX66's 3.30" LCD screen is slightly larger than Samsung PL170's 3" screen.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.