Kodak M320 vs Samsung TL205

Here, we are looking at the Kodak M320 vs Samsung TL205, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Kodak and Samsung. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the M320 (9MP) and TL205 (12MP) and the M320 (1/2.5") and TL205 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizing.

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The M320 was announced 12 months earlier than the TL205 so they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise overview of how the M320 matches up vs the TL205 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak EasyShare M320 and Samsung TL205. The whole galleries are viewable at Kodak M320 Gallery and Samsung TL205 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Kodak M320 has physical measurements of 97mm x 60mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Samsung TL205 has measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the M320 compared to the TL205.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the M320 and TL205 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Typically, it can be hard to see the difference between sensor sizes simply by looking at specifications. The picture here might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the M320 and TL205.

To sum up, both of the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The M320 having a tinier sensor will make achieving shallower DOF more challenging and the Samsung TL205 will resolve more detail with its extra 3 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more aged M320 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.