Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Samsung TL240
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Samsung TL240 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-481mm (F) lens
- 305g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
- Revealed August 2012
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 4800 (Bump to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 31-217mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
- 160g - 104 x 58 x 20mm
- Released January 2010
- Also referred to as ST5000

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Samsung TL240 Overview
On this page, we are reviewing the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Samsung TL240, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact and they are both sold by Samsung. The resolution of the Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) and the TL240 (14MP) is fairly close and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The Galaxy Camera 3G was manufactured 2 years after the TL240 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G being a Compact camera and the Samsung TL240 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before diving straight to a full comparison, here is a brief view of how the Galaxy Camera 3G matches up against the TL240 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Samsung TL240 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G and Samsung TL240. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery and Samsung TL240 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G over the Samsung TL240
Galaxy Camera 3G | TL240 | |||
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Released | August 2012 | ![]() | January 2010 | More modern by 33 months |
Display dimensions | 4.8" | ![]() | 3.5" | Larger display (+1.3") |
Reasons to pick Samsung TL240 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
TL240 | Galaxy Camera 3G | |||
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Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 0k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G and Samsung TL240
Galaxy Camera 3G | TL240 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Samsung TL240 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G comes with outside dimensions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") with a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs) and the Samsung TL240 has dimensions of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).
Contrast the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Samsung TL240 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select during that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the Galaxy Camera 3G versus the TL240.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Galaxy Camera 3G and TL240 is 90 and 95 respectively.

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Samsung TL240 Sensor Comparison
Often, it's difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizes purely by looking through a spec sheet. The picture underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Galaxy Camera 3G and TL240.
Clearly, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should anticipate the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G to provide you with extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images more aggressively. The more modern Galaxy Camera 3G should have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Samsung TL240 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Samsung TL240 Specifications
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G | Samsung TL240 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Samsung | Samsung |
Model | Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G | Samsung TL240 |
Also called | - | ST5000 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2012-08-29 | 2010-01-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | 1.4GHz Quad-Core | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | - | 4334 x 3256 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 4800 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 23-481mm (20.9x) | 31-217mm (7.0x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/3.3-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | - | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 4.8 inch | 3.5 inch |
Display resolution | 0 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | - | 8s |
Maximum shutter speed | - | 1/1500s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 5.00 m |
Flash settings | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 305g (0.67 lbs) | 160g (0.35 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") | 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
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) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $606 | $171 |