Samsung GX-1S vs Samsung TL220
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Samsung GX-1S vs Samsung TL220 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 3200
- No Video
- Pentax KAF Mount
- 605g - 125 x 93 x 66mm
- Launched January 2006
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-124mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 169g - 100 x 60 x 19mm
- Introduced August 2009
- Other Name is ST500

Samsung GX-1S vs Samsung TL220 Overview
Following is a thorough overview of the Samsung GX-1S vs Samsung TL220, one is a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both are manufactured by Samsung. There exists a huge gap among the resolutions of the GX-1S (6MP) and TL220 (12MP) and the GX-1S (APS-C) and TL220 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor size.

The GX-1S was revealed 4 years earlier than the TL220 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung GX-1S being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Samsung TL220 being a Compact camera.
Before diving straight into a complete comparison, below is a brief view of how the GX-1S grades against the TL220 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Samsung GX-1S vs Samsung TL220 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung GX-1S and Samsung TL220. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung GX-1S Gallery and Samsung TL220 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung GX-1S over the Samsung TL220
GX-1S | TL220 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focus |
Reasons to pick Samsung TL220 over the Samsung GX-1S
TL220 | GX-1S | |||
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Introduced | August 2009 | ![]() | January 2006 | More modern by 43 months |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 210k | Crisper display (+20k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Samsung GX-1S and Samsung TL220
GX-1S | TL220 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen |
Samsung GX-1S vs Samsung TL220 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry around your camera often, you should take into account its weight and dimensions. The Samsung GX-1S features exterior measurements of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") along with a weight of 605 grams (1.33 lbs) while the Samsung TL220 has dimensions of 100mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") having a weight of 169 grams (0.37 lbs).
Analyze the Samsung GX-1S vs Samsung TL220 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the GX-1S vs the TL220.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GX-1S and TL220 is 68 and 95 respectively.

Samsung GX-1S vs Samsung TL220 Sensor Comparison
Typically, its tough to see the gap in sensor sizes simply by seeing a spec sheet. The picture underneath will offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the GX-1S and TL220.
As you can see, both the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The GX-1S having a larger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Samsung TL220 will produce greater detail because of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more aged GX-1S will be behind with regard to sensor tech.

Samsung GX-1S vs Samsung TL220 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung GX-1S vs Samsung TL220 Specifications
Samsung GX-1S | Samsung TL220 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Samsung | Samsung |
Model type | Samsung GX-1S | Samsung TL220 |
Also referred to as | - | ST500 |
Category | Advanced DSLR | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2006-01-16 | 2009-08-13 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 6 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3008 x 2008 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 11 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Pentax KAF | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 27-124mm (4.6x) |
Max aperture | - | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 5cm |
Amount of lenses | 151 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.5 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 210k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.64x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 8s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync, Manual |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/180s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | - | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | None | 1280x720 |
Video data format | - | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 605 grams (1.33 lb) | 169 grams (0.37 lb) |
Dimensions | 125 x 93 x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") | 100 x 60 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | 4 x AA | SLB-07A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/MMC card | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $850 | $90 |