Samsung HZ10W vs Samsung TL205

The following is a in depth comparison of the Samsung HZ10W vs Samsung TL205, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact and both are offered by Samsung. The sensor resolution of the HZ10W (10MP) and the TL205 (12MP) is very well matched and they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The HZ10W was revealed 7 months prior to the TL205 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung HZ10W being a Compact camera and the Samsung TL205 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving in to a full comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the HZ10W matches up vs the TL205 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung HZ10W and Samsung TL205. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung HZ10W Gallery and Samsung TL205 Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and dimensions. The Samsung HZ10W comes with external measurements of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs) and the Samsung TL205 has dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the HZ10W compared to the TL205.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the HZ10W and TL205 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Often, it is hard to see the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reading through specifications. The pic below may offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the HZ10W and TL205.

To sum up, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Samsung TL205 to resolve extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged HZ10W is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.