Samsung CL5 vs Samsung TL240

On this page, we are reviewing the Samsung CL5 versus Samsung TL240, both Ultracompact digital cameras and both are built by Samsung. There is a big difference between the resolutions of the CL5 (9MP) and TL240 (14MP) and the CL5 (1/2.5") and TL240 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizes.

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The CL5 was brought out 10 months prior to the TL240 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before getting right into a full comparison, here is a simple summation of how the CL5 grades versus the TL240 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung CL5 and Samsung TL240. The entire galleries are available at Samsung CL5 Gallery and Samsung TL240 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and proportions. The Samsung CL5 provides physical dimensions of 93mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.7") with a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Samsung TL240 has measurements of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung CL5 versus Samsung TL240 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the CL5 against the TL240.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the CL5 and TL240 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing purely by reading technical specs. The visual below may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the CL5 and TL240.

As you can tell, both of these cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The CL5 because of its tinier sensor will make getting bokeh more challenging and the Samsung TL240 will deliver greater detail having its extra 5 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics more aggressively. The older CL5 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.