FujiFilm S3200 vs Samsung TL205
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FujiFilm S3200 vs Samsung TL205 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-576mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 540g - 118 x 81 x 100mm
- Announced January 2011
- Also Known as FinePix S3250
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-105mm (F3.0-5.6) lens
- 177g - 99 x 59 x 20mm
- Released January 2010
- Also referred to as PL100

FujiFilm S3200 vs Samsung TL205 Overview
Following is a extended comparison of the FujiFilm S3200 versus Samsung TL205, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals FujiFilm and Samsung. The image resolution of the S3200 (14MP) and the TL205 (12MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The S3200 was released 13 months after the TL205 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both cameras have different body design with the FujiFilm S3200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung TL205 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the S3200 scores versus the TL205 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

FujiFilm S3200 vs Samsung TL205 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix S3200 and Samsung TL205. The complete galleries are available at FujiFilm S3200 Gallery and Samsung TL205 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S3200 over the Samsung TL205
S3200 | TL205 | |||
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Released | January 2011 | ![]() | January 2010 | More modern by 13 months |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Samsung TL205 over the FujiFilm S3200
TL205 | S3200 |
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Common features in the FujiFilm S3200 and Samsung TL205
S3200 | TL205 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Missing Touch friendly screen |
FujiFilm S3200 vs Samsung TL205 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm S3200 features exterior dimensions of 118mm x 81mm x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") having a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) whilst the Samsung TL205 has proportions of 99mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).
Compare the FujiFilm S3200 versus Samsung TL205 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the S3200 vs the TL205.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the S3200 and TL205 is 67 and 94 respectively.

FujiFilm S3200 vs Samsung TL205 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizes just by checking out specs. The pic underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S3200 and TL205.
All in all, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should expect the FujiFilm S3200 to show greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The younger S3200 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.

FujiFilm S3200 vs Samsung TL205 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm S3200 vs Samsung TL205 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix S3200 | Samsung TL205 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Samsung |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix S3200 | Samsung TL205 |
Otherwise known as | FinePix S3250 | PL100 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2011-01-05 | 2010-01-06 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Max enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-576mm (24.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.0-5.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 2cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 97% | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 seconds | 8 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m | 3.40 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 540g (1.19 lb) | 177g (0.39 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 118 x 81 x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") | 99 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 shots | - |
Battery format | AA | - |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, SD/SDHC Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $190 | $180 |