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Samsung SH100 vs Samsung TL225

Portability
99
Imaging
37
Features
25
Overall
32
Samsung SH100 front
 
Samsung TL225 front
Portability
94
Imaging
35
Features
33
Overall
34

Samsung SH100 vs Samsung TL225 Key Specs

Samsung SH100
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 0 - 0
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • n/ag - 93 x 54 x 19mm
  • Launched January 2011
Samsung TL225
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 27-124mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
  • 187g - 100 x 60 x 19mm
  • Announced August 2009
  • Alternative Name is ST550
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Samsung SH100 vs Samsung TL225 Overview

Here is a detailed analysis of the Samsung SH100 vs Samsung TL225, both Ultracompact digital cameras and they are both built by Samsung. The sensor resolution of the SH100 (14MP) and the TL225 (12MP) is relatively similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SH100 was revealed 17 months later than the TL225 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before diving straight to a full comparison, here is a simple view of how the SH100 grades against the TL225 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Samsung SH100 over the Samsung TL225

 SH100 TL225 
AnnouncedJanuary 2011August 2009Fresher by 17 months

Reasons to pick Samsung TL225 over the Samsung SH100

 TL225 SH100 
Screen size3.5"3"Bigger screen (+0.5")
Screen resolution1152k230kClearer screen (+922k dot)

Common features in the Samsung SH100 and Samsung TL225

 SH100 TL225 
Focus manually No manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither provides selfie screen
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Samsung SH100 vs Samsung TL225 Physical Comparison

If you're going to carry your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Samsung SH100 provides exterior measurements of 93mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Samsung TL225 has measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") and a weight of 187 grams (0.41 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung SH100 vs Samsung TL225 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the SH100 against the TL225.

Samsung SH100 vs Samsung TL225 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SH100 and TL225 is 99 and 94 respectively.

Samsung SH100 vs Samsung TL225 top view buttons comparison

Samsung SH100 vs Samsung TL225 Sensor Comparison

Typically, it can be hard to picture the gap between sensor sizing only by going over technical specs. The visual here will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SH100 and TL225.

As you have seen, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should count on the Samsung SH100 to deliver extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more modern SH100 provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.

Samsung SH100 vs Samsung TL225 sensor size comparison

Samsung SH100 vs Samsung TL225 Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung SH100 vs Samsung TL225 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung SH100 Portrait photography advice
Samsung TL225 Portrait photography advice
28
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
no manual focus
manual mode not possible
can't use external flash
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
21
no manual focus
lack of manual exposure
can't use external flash
low megapixels (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Samsung SH100
Street photography with Samsung TL225
49
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
low maximum ISO (0)
59
built in image stabilization (Optical)
offers focus by touch
screen does not articulate
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
more heavy than competitors (187 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Samsung SH100 Sports photography information
Samsung TL225 Sports photography information
26
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
fixed focal length (()mm)
no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
27
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no shutter priority mode
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Samsung SH100 Travel photography advice
Samsung TL225 Travel photography advice
71
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
built-in flash
very good maximum aperture (f)
lack of Timelapse mode
screen isn't selfie friendly
59
offers focus by touch
has built in flash
fairly wide (27mm)
no Timelapse recording
more heavy than competitors (187g)
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
doesn't have selfie friendly display
slow max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Samsung SH100
Landscape photography with Samsung TL225
37
very good maximum aperture (f)
screen size is good (3 inch)
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
fixed focal length (()mm)
manual mode not possible
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
low maximum ISO (0)
lacks RAW format
lack of Timelapse mode
37
fairly wide (27mm)
bigger than average screen (3.5")
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no manual focus
cannot change lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
lack of manual exposure
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
no Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung SH100 as a Vlogging camera
Samsung TL225 as a Vlogging camera
33
very good maximum aperture (f)
built-in touchscreen
does have microphone port
screen isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
29
fairly wide (27mm)
touch screen
built in image stabilization (Optical)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
doesn't have selfie friendly display
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pixels)
no external microphone jack
more heavy than competitors (187g)
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Samsung SH100 vs Samsung TL225 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung SH100 and Samsung TL225
 Samsung SH100Samsung TL225
General Information
Manufacturer Samsung Samsung
Model Samsung SH100 Samsung TL225
Also referred to as - ST550
Category Ultracompact Ultracompact
Launched 2011-01-04 2009-08-13
Body design Ultracompact 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 14MP 12MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 4230 x 3240 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO - 3200
Min native ISO - 80
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch focus
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range () 27-124mm (4.6x)
Max aperture - f/3.5-5.9
Macro focus distance - 5cm
Crop factor 5.9 5.9
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 3 inch 3.5 inch
Display resolution 230 thousand dot 1,152 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 8 seconds 8 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range - 3.40 m
Flash settings - Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync, Manual
External flash
AE 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 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight - 187g (0.41 pounds)
Physical dimensions 93 x 54 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") 100 x 60 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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-07A
Self timer - Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer)
Time lapse recording
Storage media - MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Retail pricing $200 $488