Samsung HZ15W vs Samsung TL210
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34 Features
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Samsung HZ15W vs Samsung TL210 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-240mm (F3.3-5.8) lens
- 249g - 105 x 61 x 37mm
- Released February 2009
- Additionally referred to as WB550
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-135mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 177g - 99 x 59 x 20mm
- Revealed January 2010
- Additionally Known as PL150

Samsung HZ15W vs Samsung TL210 Overview
Here is a extensive analysis of the Samsung HZ15W and Samsung TL210, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact and they are both designed by Samsung. The sensor resolution of the HZ15W (12MP) and the TL210 (12MP) is relatively close and they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The HZ15W was brought out 10 months before the TL210 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Samsung HZ15W being a Compact camera and the Samsung TL210 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before diving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a short view of how the HZ15W matches up versus the TL210 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Samsung HZ15W vs Samsung TL210 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung HZ15W and Samsung TL210. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung HZ15W Gallery and Samsung TL210 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ15W over the Samsung TL210
HZ15W | TL210 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More precise focusing | ||
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung TL210 over the Samsung HZ15W
TL210 | HZ15W | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Revealed | January 2010 | ![]() | February 2009 | Fresher by 10 months |
Screen dimension | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Common features in the Samsung HZ15W and Samsung TL210
HZ15W | TL210 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch screen |
Samsung HZ15W vs Samsung TL210 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and size. The Samsung HZ15W comes with external dimensions 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 TL210 has specifications of 99mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).
Compare the Samsung HZ15W and Samsung TL210 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at the time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the HZ15W versus the TL210.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the HZ15W and TL210 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Samsung HZ15W vs Samsung TL210 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizing just by looking through technical specs. The visual here will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the HZ15W and TL210.
As you can tell, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of photographs however you may want to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The older HZ15W will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.

Samsung HZ15W vs Samsung TL210 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung HZ15W vs Samsung TL210 Specifications
Samsung HZ15W | Samsung TL210 | |
---|---|---|
General Information | ||
Brand Name | Samsung | Samsung |
Model | Samsung HZ15W | Samsung TL210 |
Also Known as | WB550 | PL150 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2009-02-23 | 2010-01-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-240mm (10.0x) | 27-135mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.3-5.8 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3.5 inch |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 16 seconds | 8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.70 m | 3.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 249 grams (0.55 pounds) | 177 grams (0.39 pounds) |
Dimensions | 105 x 61 x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") | 99 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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-07B |
Self timer | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $330 | $230 |