Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Samsung TL100
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Samsung TL100 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
- Released August 2012
(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 Known as ST50

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Samsung TL100 Overview
Its time to look a bit more closely at the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G versus Samsung TL100, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both offered by Samsung. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) and TL100 (12MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The Galaxy Camera 4G was brought out 3 years later than the TL100 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a thorough comparison, here is a short overview of how the Galaxy Camera 4G scores against the TL100 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Samsung TL100 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G and Samsung TL100. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery and Samsung TL100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G over the Samsung TL100
Galaxy Camera 4G | TL100 | |||
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Launched | August 2012 | ![]() | January 2009 | Fresher by 45 months |
Screen size | 4.8" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+2.1") |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung TL100 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
TL100 | Galaxy Camera 4G | |||
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Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 0k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G and Samsung TL100
Galaxy Camera 4G | TL100 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen |
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Samsung TL100 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G offers physical measurements of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") and a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs) whilst the Samsung TL100 has dimensions of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") with a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).
Look at the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G versus Samsung TL100 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the Galaxy Camera 4G vs the TL100.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Galaxy Camera 4G and TL100 is 90 and 91 respectively.

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Samsung TL100 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizing just by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Galaxy Camera 4G and TL100.
Clearly, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G to offer you greater detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The fresher Galaxy Camera 4G is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Samsung TL100 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Samsung TL100 Specifications
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G | Samsung TL100 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Samsung | Samsung |
Model type | Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G | Samsung TL100 |
Also Known as | - | ST50 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2012-08-29 | 2009-01-08 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | 1.4GHz Quad-Core | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest resolution | - | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 23-481mm (20.9x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/3.0-5.6 |
Macro focusing range | - | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 4.8 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 0k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | - | 1s |
Highest shutter speed | - | 1/1500s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | - |
Flash modes | no built-in flash | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 800 x 592 (20 fps) , 640 x 480 (30,15 fps) , 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 305 gr (0.67 pounds) | 219 gr (0.48 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") | 105 x 61 x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | ||
Self timer | - | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC | SD/MMC/SDHC card |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $550 | $22 |