Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Samsung TL220

Following is a comprehensive review of the Samsung Galaxy Camera versus Samsung TL220, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are designed by Samsung. There is a crucial difference among the resolutions of the Galaxy Camera (16MP) and TL220 (12MP) but they come with the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Galaxy Camera was manufactured 3 years after the TL220 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a full comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the Galaxy Camera scores versus the TL220 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung Galaxy Camera and Samsung TL220. The entire galleries are available at Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery and Samsung TL220 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera often, you should think about its weight and size. The Samsung Galaxy Camera has got exterior dimensions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs) and the Samsung TL220 has specifications of 100mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") with a weight of 169 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the Galaxy Camera vs the TL220.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the Galaxy Camera and TL220 is 90 and 95 respectively.

Often, it is hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizes merely by seeing technical specs. The image below may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Galaxy Camera and TL220.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You should expect the Samsung Galaxy Camera to show extra detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots much more aggressively. The younger Galaxy Camera provides an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.