Samsung CL80 vs Samsung TL100
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Samsung CL80 vs Samsung TL100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 4800 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 31-217mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
- 160g - 104 x 58 x 20mm
- Revealed January 2010
- Alternate Name is ST5500
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F3.0-5.6) lens
- 219g - 105 x 61 x 37mm
- Launched January 2009
- Also referred to as ST50

Samsung CL80 vs Samsung TL100 Overview
Following is a in depth assessment of the Samsung CL80 vs Samsung TL100, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are built by Samsung. The resolution of the CL80 (14MP) and the TL100 (12MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The CL80 was manufactured 13 months after the TL100 which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung CL80 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung TL100 being a Compact camera.
Before going right into a in depth comparison, here is a quick summary of how the CL80 grades against the TL100 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Samsung CL80 vs Samsung TL100 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung CL80 and Samsung TL100. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung CL80 Gallery and Samsung TL100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung CL80 over the Samsung TL100
CL80 | TL100 | |||
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Launched | January 2010 | ![]() | January 2009 | More modern by 13 months |
Screen size | 3.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+1") |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung TL100 over the Samsung CL80
TL100 | CL80 |
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Common features in the Samsung CL80 and Samsung TL100
CL80 | TL100 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen |
Samsung CL80 vs Samsung TL100 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry around your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Samsung CL80 has exterior dimensions of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Samsung TL100 has measurements of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") and a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).
Compare the Samsung CL80 vs Samsung TL100 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select during that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the CL80 vs the TL100.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the CL80 and TL100 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Samsung CL80 vs Samsung TL100 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizes just by checking a spec sheet. The image underneath should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the CL80 and TL100.
As you can see, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Samsung CL80 to resolve more detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more modern CL80 will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.

Samsung CL80 vs Samsung TL100 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung CL80 vs Samsung TL100 Specifications
Samsung CL80 | Samsung TL100 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Samsung | Samsung |
Model | Samsung CL80 | Samsung TL100 |
Also called as | ST5500 | ST50 |
Class | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2010-01-06 | 2009-01-08 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 4334 x 3256 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 4800 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 31-217mm (7.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.3-5.5 | f/3.0-5.6 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 1 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1500 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) | 800 x 592 (20 fps) , 640 x 480 (30,15 fps) , 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 160 grams (0.35 lbs) | 219 grams (0.48 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 105 x 61 x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") |
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-11A | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch price | $400 | $22 |