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Fujifilm JX370 vs Samsung TL205

Portability
95
Imaging
37
Features
22
Overall
31
Fujifilm FinePix JX370 front
 
Samsung TL205 front
Portability
94
Imaging
34
Features
17
Overall
27

Fujifilm JX370 vs Samsung TL205 Key Specs

Fujifilm JX370
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 3200)
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F2.6-6.2) lens
  • 124g - 95 x 57 x 24mm
  • Revealed August 2011
Samsung TL205
(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
  • Revealed January 2010
  • Also referred to as PL100
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Fujifilm JX370 vs Samsung TL205 Overview

Its time to look more closely at the Fujifilm JX370 versus Samsung TL205, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Ultracompact by manufacturers FujiFilm and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm JX370 (14MP) and the TL205 (12MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm JX370 was unveiled 20 months after the TL205 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm JX370 being a Compact camera and the Samsung TL205 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a short summary of how the Fujifilm JX370 matches up versus the TL205 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm JX370 over the Samsung TL205

 Fujifilm JX370 TL205 
RevealedAugust 2011January 2010Newer by 20 months

Reasons to pick Samsung TL205 over the Fujifilm JX370

 TL205 Fujifilm JX370 

Common features in the Fujifilm JX370 and Samsung TL205

 Fujifilm JX370 TL205 
Focus manually No manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimensions2.7"2.7"Equal screen measurements
Screen resolution230k230kSame screen resolution
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch screen Neither provides Touch screen

Fujifilm JX370 vs Samsung TL205 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm JX370 provides exterior dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Samsung TL205 has dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm JX370 versus Samsung TL205 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing at the time. The following is a front view size comparison of the Fujifilm JX370 vs the TL205.

Fujifilm JX370 vs Samsung TL205 size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm JX370 and TL205 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Fujifilm JX370 vs Samsung TL205 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm JX370 vs Samsung TL205 Sensor Comparison

Typically, it is very difficult to envision the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reading through technical specs. The image underneath should give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm JX370 and TL205.

As you can tell, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Fujifilm JX370 to give you more detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm JX370 is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.

Fujifilm JX370 vs Samsung TL205 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm JX370 vs Samsung TL205 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm JX370 vs Samsung TL205 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm JX370 Portrait photography factors
Samsung TL205 Portrait photography factors
28
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
lack of manual exposure
external flash not possible
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
20
focusing manually not possible
no manual mode
no external flash support
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Fujifilm JX370
Street photography with Samsung TL205
55
lighter than competition (124 grams)
screen is fixed
no image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
47
no articulating screen
does not have image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
more heavy than others (177g)
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Fujifilm JX370
Sports photography with Samsung TL205
31
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
features tracking focus
low frames per second (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
terrible battery life (190 shots)
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
25
includes tracking focus
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
low resolution sensor (12MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm JX370 Travel photography highlights
Samsung TL205 Travel photography highlights
65
lighter than competition (124g)
decent megapixels (14MP)
has built in flash
rather wide (28mm)
no Timelapse function
terrible battery life (190 CIPA)
screen is not selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f2.6)
50
built-in flash
doesn't have Timelapse recording
more heavy than others (177g)
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.0)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm JX370 Landscape photography factors
Samsung TL205 Landscape photography factors
32
rather wide (28mm)
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
can't switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f2.6)
tiny screen (2.7 inches)
lack of manual exposure
no image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
terrible battery life (190 per charge)
no Timelapse function
23
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.0)
small screen (2.7 inch)
no manual mode
does not have image stabilization
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
doesn't have Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm JX370 Vlogging features
Samsung TL205 Vlogging features
28
rather wide (28mm)
lighter than competition (124g)
slow max aperture (f2.6)
screen is not selfie friendly
no image stabilization
low quality video (1280 x 720 pixels)
no microphone jack
22
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.0)
screen is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pixels)
doesn't have microphone support
more heavy than others (177g)
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Fujifilm JX370 vs Samsung TL205 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm JX370 and Samsung TL205
 Fujifilm FinePix JX370Samsung TL205
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Samsung
Model type Fujifilm FinePix JX370 Samsung TL205
Also Known as - PL100
Category Small Sensor Compact Ultracompact
Revealed 2011-08-11 2010-01-06
Physical type Compact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4288 x 3216 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 1600 3200
Maximum enhanced ISO 3200 -
Minimum native ISO 100 80
RAW format
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) 35-105mm (3.0x)
Max aperture f/2.6-6.2 f/3.0-5.6
Macro focusing range 10cm 10cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7" 2.7"
Screen resolution 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Screen tech TFT color LCD monitor -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 8s 8s
Max shutter speed 1/1800s 1/1500s
Continuous shutter rate 1.0 frames/s -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 3.00 m 3.40 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
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)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video data format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone support
Headphone support
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 sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 124g (0.27 pounds) 177g (0.39 pounds)
Physical dimensions 95 x 57 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") 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 190 photographs -
Style of battery Battery Pack -
Battery ID NP-45A -
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
Card slots 1 1
Price at release $159 $180