Samsung HZ50W vs Samsung TL220

On this page, we will be reviewing the Samsung HZ50W and Samsung TL220, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both sold by Samsung. The resolution of the HZ50W (14MP) and the TL220 (12MP) is relatively close and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The HZ50W was manufactured 9 months after the TL220 and they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras have different body design with the Samsung HZ50W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung TL220 being a Compact camera.

Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise summation of how the HZ50W grades vs the TL220 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung HZ50W and Samsung TL220. The entire galleries are available at Samsung HZ50W Gallery and Samsung TL220 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera, you have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Samsung HZ50W offers external dimensions of 116mm x 83mm x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs) while the Samsung TL220 has dimensions of 100mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") having a weight of 169 grams (0.37 lbs).

Examine the Samsung HZ50W and Samsung TL220 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the HZ50W against the TL220.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the HZ50W and TL220 is 70 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to see the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by looking through specs. The pic underneath will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the HZ50W and TL220.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Samsung HZ50W to provide you with greater detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures more aggressively. The fresher HZ50W will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.