Samsung NX5 vs Samsung TL205
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Samsung NX5 vs Samsung TL205 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 499g - 123 x 87 x 40mm
- Released June 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-105mm (F3.0-5.6) lens
- 177g - 99 x 59 x 20mm
- Introduced January 2010
- Additionally referred to as PL100
Samsung NX5 vs Samsung TL205 Overview
Below, we are reviewing the Samsung NX5 versus Samsung TL205, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Ultracompact and both of them are produced by Samsung. There is a substantial difference between the sensor resolutions of the NX5 (15MP) and TL205 (12MP) and the NX5 (APS-C) and TL205 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor sizing.
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe NX5 was announced 5 months after the TL205 which means that they are of a similar age. The two cameras come with different body type with the Samsung NX5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung TL205 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the NX5 matches up versus the TL205 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Samsung NX5 vs Samsung TL205 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung NX5 & Samsung TL205. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung NX5 Gallery & Samsung TL205 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX5 over the Samsung TL205
NX5 | TL205 | |||
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Manual focus | Very precise focus | |||
Display dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Samsung TL205 over the Samsung NX5
TL205 | NX5 |
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Common features in the Samsung NX5 and Samsung TL205
NX5 | TL205 | |||
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Introduced | June 2010 | January 2010 | Similar age | |
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither offers Touch friendly display |
Samsung NX5 vs Samsung TL205 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to travel with your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Samsung NX5 offers exterior dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") having a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs) whilst the Samsung TL205 has proportions of 99mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).
Look at the Samsung NX5 versus Samsung TL205 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the NX5 and the TL205.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the NX5 and TL205 is 80 and 94 respectively.
Samsung NX5 vs Samsung TL205 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's hard to see the gap between sensor dimensions simply by reading specs. The image below will offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the NX5 and TL205.
As you can plainly see, both of these cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The NX5 with its larger sensor will make achieving bokeh easier and the Samsung NX5 will deliver extra detail with its extra 3MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics much more aggressively.
Samsung NX5 vs Samsung TL205 Screen and ViewFinder
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Samsung NX5 vs Samsung TL205 Specifications
Samsung NX5 | Samsung TL205 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Samsung | Samsung |
Model type | Samsung NX5 | Samsung TL205 |
Also Known as | - | PL100 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Ultracompact |
Released | 2010-06-01 | 2010-01-06 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DRIM Engine | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 23.4 x 15.6mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 365.0mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 15 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4592 x 3056 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 15 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Samsung NX | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Max aperture | - | f/3.0-5.6 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 10cm |
Total lenses | 32 | - |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | Active Matrix OLED screen | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.57x | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 8s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 11.00 m | 3.40 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/180s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 499 grams (1.10 lb) | 177 grams (0.39 lb) |
Dimensions | 123 x 87 x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") | 99 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 400 pictures | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | BP1130 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, SD/SDHC Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $499 | $180 |