Samsung SL102 vs Samsung TL220
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Samsung SL102 vs Samsung TL220 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F) lens
- 116g - 90 x 59 x 22mm
- Introduced January 2009
- Alternative Name is ES55
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-124mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 169g - 100 x 60 x 19mm
- Released August 2009
- Additionally Known as ST500

Samsung SL102 vs Samsung TL220 Overview
In this article, we will be reviewing the Samsung SL102 and Samsung TL220, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both are built by Samsung. The image resolution of the SL102 (10MP) and the TL220 (12MP) is relatively comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The SL102 was brought out 7 months prior to the TL220 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the SL102 grades against the TL220 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Samsung SL102 vs Samsung TL220 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung SL102 and Samsung TL220. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung SL102 Gallery and Samsung TL220 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung SL102 over the Samsung TL220
SL102 | TL220 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung TL220 over the Samsung SL102
TL220 | SL102 | |||
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Released | August 2009 | ![]() | January 2009 | Fresher by 7 months |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Samsung SL102 and Samsung TL220
SL102 | TL220 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Samsung SL102 vs Samsung TL220 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and size. The Samsung SL102 comes with outer measurements of 90mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs) while the Samsung TL220 has specifications of 100mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") along with a weight of 169 grams (0.37 lbs).
Compare the Samsung SL102 and Samsung TL220 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at the time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the SL102 compared to the TL220.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the SL102 and TL220 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Samsung SL102 vs Samsung TL220 Sensor Comparison
Often, its hard to visualize the difference in sensor sizing simply by seeing technical specs. The graphic below might offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the SL102 and TL220.
As you can tell, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should count on the Samsung TL220 to produce greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots a little more aggressively. The older SL102 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.

Samsung SL102 vs Samsung TL220 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung SL102 vs Samsung TL220 Specifications
Samsung SL102 | Samsung TL220 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Samsung | Samsung |
Model type | Samsung SL102 | Samsung TL220 |
Also called as | ES55 | ST500 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2009-01-08 | 2009-08-13 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 27-124mm (4.6x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.5" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 8 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1500 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 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, Manual |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 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, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 116g (0.26 lb) | 169g (0.37 lb) |
Dimensions | 90 x 59 x 22mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 100 x 60 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") |
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 ID | - | SLB-07A |
Self timer | Yes (10sec, 2sec, Double, Motion Timer) | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $130 | $90 |