Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Samsung TL225
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Samsung TL225 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-483mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 283g - 133 x 71 x 19mm
- Introduced January 2014
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-124mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 187g - 100 x 60 x 19mm
- Released August 2009
- Additionally Known as ST550

Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Samsung TL225 Overview
Let's look closer at the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 versus Samsung TL225, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Ultracompact and both of them are built by Samsung. There exists a noticeable gap among the resolutions of the Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) and TL225 (12MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The Galaxy Camera 2 was brought out 4 years later than the TL225 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 being a Compact camera and the Samsung TL225 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before we go through a detailed comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the Galaxy Camera 2 matches up against the TL225 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Samsung TL225 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 & Samsung TL225. The entire galleries are available at Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery & Samsung TL225 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 over the Samsung TL225
Galaxy Camera 2 | TL225 | |||
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Released | January 2014 | ![]() | August 2009 | More recent by 54 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Screen sizing | 4.8" | ![]() | 3.5" | Bigger screen (+1.3") |
Reasons to pick Samsung TL225 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
TL225 | Galaxy Camera 2 | |||
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Screen resolution | 1152k | ![]() | 1037k | Sharper screen (+115k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 and Samsung TL225
Galaxy Camera 2 | TL225 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Samsung TL225 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to lug around your camera, you need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 features physical dimensions of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") having a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs) while the Samsung TL225 has dimensions of 100mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") and a weight of 187 grams (0.41 lbs).
Compare the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 versus Samsung TL225 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the Galaxy Camera 2 versus the TL225.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Galaxy Camera 2 and TL225 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Samsung TL225 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be hard to picture the difference in sensor measurements only by seeing a spec sheet. The visual underneath might give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Galaxy Camera 2 and TL225.
As you can see, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can count on the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 to provide extra detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The newer Galaxy Camera 2 should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.

Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Samsung TL225 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Samsung TL225 Specifications
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 | Samsung TL225 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Samsung | Samsung |
Model | Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 | Samsung TL225 |
Otherwise known as | - | ST550 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2014-01-02 | 2009-08-13 |
Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | 1.6GHz Quad-Core Exynos | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 23-483mm (21.0x) | 27-124mm (4.6x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 4.8" | 3.5" |
Screen resolution | 1,037 thousand dots | 1,152 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | HD Super Clear Touch Display | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 16s | 8s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 5.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.80 m | 3.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, fill-in, slow sync, flash off, redeye fix | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync, Manual |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 283g (0.62 lbs) | 187g (0.41 lbs) |
Dimensions | 133 x 71 x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") | 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 life | 400 photographs | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | Built-in | SLB-07A |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, or 10 sec) | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $400 | $488 |