Nikon S220 vs Samsung TL205

Its time to take a closer look at the Nikon S220 versus Samsung TL205, both Ultracompact cameras by companies Nikon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the S220 (10MP) and the TL205 (12MP) is fairly close and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S220 was brought out 11 months earlier than the TL205 so they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick view of how the S220 grades against the TL205 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S220 and Samsung TL205. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S220 Gallery and Samsung TL205 Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S220 comes with external dimensions of 90mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.5" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 100 grams (0.22 lbs) and the Samsung TL205 has dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).

Look at the Nikon S220 versus Samsung TL205 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use at that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the S220 against the TL205.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S220 and TL205 is 97 and 94 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to see the difference in sensor dimensions simply by researching specifications. The picture here should provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S220 and TL205.

To sum up, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Samsung TL205 to provide you with greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics more aggressively. The more aged S220 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.