Samsung HZ15W vs Sony TX1
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Samsung HZ15W vs Sony TX1 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
- Launched February 2009
- Alternate Name is WB550
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.4" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
- 142g - 94 x 58 x 17mm
- Introduced August 2009
Samsung HZ15W vs Sony TX1 Overview
In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Samsung HZ15W and Sony TX1, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Ultracompact by companies Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the HZ15W (12MP) and the TX1 (10MP) is relatively well matched but the HZ15W (1/2.3") and TX1 (1/2.4") enjoy different sensor dimensions.
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe HZ15W was revealed 5 months before the TX1 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung HZ15W being a Compact camera and the Sony TX1 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a simple view of how the HZ15W matches up versus the TX1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Samsung HZ15W vs Sony TX1 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung HZ15W & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1. The full galleries are available at Samsung HZ15W Gallery & Sony TX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ15W over the Sony TX1
HZ15W | TX1 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial accurate focus | |||
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony TX1 over the Samsung HZ15W
TX1 | HZ15W | |||
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Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Samsung HZ15W and Sony TX1
HZ15W | TX1 | |||
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Introduced | February 2009 | August 2009 | Similar age | |
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen sizing | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen |
Samsung HZ15W vs Sony TX1 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to think about its weight and volume. The Samsung HZ15W offers physical dimensions of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") with a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs) whilst the Sony TX1 has sizing of 94mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).
Check out the Samsung HZ15W and Sony TX1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the HZ15W against the TX1.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the HZ15W and TX1 is 90 and 96 respectively.
Samsung HZ15W vs Sony TX1 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its hard to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements just by looking at specs. The photograph here will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the HZ15W and TX1.
All in all, both the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The HZ15W with its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF less difficult and the Samsung HZ15W will give you greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a little more aggressively.
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Samsung HZ15W vs Sony TX1 Specifications
Samsung HZ15W | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung HZ15W | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1 |
Also Known as | WB550 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2009-02-23 | 2009-08-06 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.4" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.104 x 4.578mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-240mm (10.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.3-5.8 | f/3.5-4.6 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 8cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 16 secs | 2 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1250 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.70 m | 3.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
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 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | - |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 249 gr (0.55 pounds) | 142 gr (0.31 pounds) |
Dimensions | 105 x 61 x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") | 94 x 58 x 17mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
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 | ||
Self timer | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail price | $330 | $350 |