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Kodak M340 vs Samsung TL205

Portability
96
Imaging
33
Features
11
Overall
24
Kodak EasyShare M340 front
 
Samsung TL205 front
Portability
94
Imaging
35
Features
17
Overall
27

Kodak M340 vs Samsung TL205 Key Specs

Kodak M340
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 1600
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 35-105mm (F3.1-5.7) lens
  • 115g - 96 x 59 x 19mm
  • Announced January 2009
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
  • Released January 2010
  • Also Known as PL100
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Kodak M340 vs Samsung TL205 Overview

On this page, we will be analyzing the Kodak M340 and Samsung TL205, both Ultracompact digital cameras by companies Kodak and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the M340 (10MP) and the TL205 (12MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The M340 was announced 12 months earlier than the TL205 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before diving into a thorough comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the M340 matches up against the TL205 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Kodak M340 over the Samsung TL205

 M340 TL205 

Reasons to pick Samsung TL205 over the Kodak M340

 TL205 M340 
ReleasedJanuary 2010January 2009More recent by 12 months

Common features in the Kodak M340 and Samsung TL205

 M340 TL205 
Manual focus No manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimensions2.7"2.7"Equal screen measurement
Screen resolution230k230kSame screen resolution
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen
Touch screen Absent Touch screen

Kodak M340 vs Samsung TL205 Physical Comparison

For those who are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Kodak M340 offers exterior dimensions of 96mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 115 grams (0.25 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).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the M340 versus the TL205.

Kodak M340 vs Samsung TL205 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the M340 and TL205 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Kodak M340 vs Samsung TL205 top view buttons comparison

Kodak M340 vs Samsung TL205 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it is difficult to envision the difference between sensor measurements merely by checking specifications. The graphic underneath will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the M340 and TL205.

To sum up, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Samsung TL205 to give greater detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The older M340 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

Kodak M340 vs Samsung TL205 sensor size comparison

Kodak M340 vs Samsung TL205 Screen and ViewFinder

Kodak M340 vs Samsung TL205 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Kodak M340
Portrait photography with Samsung TL205
19
no manual focus
manual exposure not possible
can't use external flash
low resolution sensor (10 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
21
lack of manual focus
lack of manual exposure
cannot use external flash
MP count low (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Street Comparison

Kodak M340 Street photography highlights
Samsung TL205 Street photography highlights
47
no moving screen
no image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
47
screen is fixed
no image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
heavier than competition in class (177 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Kodak M340
Sports photography with Samsung TL205
16
no shutter priority
no image stabilization
low resolution sensor (10 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
25
has tracking focus
no shutter priority
no image stabilization
MP count low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Kodak M340 Travel photography features
Samsung TL205 Travel photography features
51
flash built-in
no Timelapse recording
low resolution sensor (10 megapixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.1)
50
flash built-in
no Time Lapse recording
heavier than competition in class (177 grams)
MP count low (12 megapixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.0)
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Landscape Comparison

Kodak M340 as a Landscape photography camera
Samsung TL205 as a Landscape photography camera
22
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.1)
tiny screen (2.7 inch)
manual exposure not possible
no image stabilization
low resolution sensor (10MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
no Timelapse recording
23
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.0)
small screen (2.7 inches)
lack of manual exposure
no image stabilization
MP count low (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
no Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Kodak M340
Vlogging with Samsung TL205
22
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.1)
screen is not selfie friendly
no image stabilization
video resolution low (640 x 480 pxls)
no microphone port
22
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.0)
screen is not selfie friendly
no image stabilization
video res low (1280 x 720 resolution)
no mic jack
heavier than competition in class (177 grams)
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Kodak M340 vs Samsung TL205 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Kodak M340 and Samsung TL205
 Kodak EasyShare M340Samsung TL205
General Information
Company Kodak Samsung
Model type Kodak EasyShare M340 Samsung TL205
Otherwise known as - PL100
Class Ultracompact Ultracompact
Announced 2009-01-05 2010-01-06
Body design Ultracompact 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 10 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3 and 16:9
Max resolution 3664 x 2748 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 1600 3200
Minimum native ISO 64 80
RAW format
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Total focus points 5 -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 35-105mm (3.0x) 35-105mm (3.0x)
Highest aperture f/3.1-5.7 f/3.0-5.6
Macro focusing distance 7cm 10cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.7" 2.7"
Screen resolution 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 4 secs 8 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/4000 secs 1/1500 secs
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 3.50 m 3.40 m
Flash options Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps)
Max video resolution 640x480 1280x720
Video file 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 115 gr (0.25 lbs) 177 gr (0.39 lbs)
Physical dimensions 96 x 59 x 19mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.7") 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 ID KLIC-7001 -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, SD/SDHC Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Price at release $130 $180