Olympus 7000 vs Samsung TL220
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Olympus 7000 vs Samsung TL220 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 50 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 37-260mm (F3.5-5.3) lens
- 172g - 96 x 56 x 25mm
- Announced January 2009
- Alternative Name is mju 7000
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-124mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 169g - 100 x 60 x 19mm
- Launched August 2009
- Alternative Name is ST500

Olympus 7000 vs Samsung TL220 Overview
In this article, we will be evaluating the Olympus 7000 and Samsung TL220, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Olympus and Samsung. The resolution of the 7000 (12MP) and the TL220 (12MP) is relatively close and they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The 7000 was launched 7 months earlier than the TL220 so they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a simple summation of how the 7000 matches up against the TL220 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Olympus 7000 vs Samsung TL220 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus 7000 and Samsung TL220. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus 7000 Gallery and Samsung TL220 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus 7000 over the Samsung TL220
7000 | TL220 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung TL220 over the Olympus 7000
TL220 | 7000 | |||
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Launched | August 2009 | ![]() | January 2009 | More recent by 7 months |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Olympus 7000 and Samsung TL220
7000 | TL220 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen size |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen |
Olympus 7000 vs Samsung TL220 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus 7000 offers physical measurements of 96mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 172 grams (0.38 lbs) while the Samsung TL220 has measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") having a weight of 169 grams (0.37 lbs).
Check out the Olympus 7000 and Samsung TL220 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at that time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the 7000 compared to the TL220.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 7000 and TL220 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Olympus 7000 vs Samsung TL220 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is hard to see the difference in sensor measurements merely by viewing specs. The photograph underneath will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the 7000 and TL220.
As you can plainly see, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of photos though you will want to take the production date of the cameras into account. The older 7000 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

Olympus 7000 vs Samsung TL220 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus 7000 vs Samsung TL220 Specifications
Olympus Stylus 7000 | Samsung TL220 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Olympus | Samsung |
Model | Olympus Stylus 7000 | Samsung TL220 |
Also Known as | mju 7000 | ST500 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2009-01-07 | 2009-08-13 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 50 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 37-260mm (7.0x) | 27-124mm (4.6x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.3 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 2cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.80 m | 3.40 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync, Manual |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 172 gr (0.38 pounds) | 169 gr (0.37 pounds) |
Dimensions | 96 x 56 x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 100 x 60 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | - | SLB-07A |
Self timer | Yes (12 seconds) | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | xD Picture Card, microSD Card, Internal | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $280 | $90 |