Nikon P7800 vs Samsung TL220

Here is a detailed review of the Nikon P7800 versus Samsung TL220, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Nikon and Samsung. The image resolution of the P7800 (12MP) and the TL220 (12MP) is fairly well matched but the P7800 (1/1.7") and TL220 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor size.

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The P7800 was revealed 4 years later than the TL220 and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a in-depth comparison, below is a simple overview of how the P7800 scores versus the TL220 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix P7800 & Samsung TL220. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon P7800 Gallery & Samsung TL220 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Nikon P7800 provides outside measurements of 119mm x 78mm x 50mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 2.0") along with a weight of 399 grams (0.88 lbs) and the Samsung TL220 has specifications of 100mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") with a weight of 169 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the P7800 and the TL220.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the P7800 and TL220 is 82 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizing merely by checking a spec sheet. The photograph here will help give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the P7800 and TL220.

As you can see, the two cameras enjoy the same exact resolution but different sensor sizing. The P7800 provides the larger sensor which will make achieving shallower DOF less difficult. The more recent P7800 provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.