Samsung SL30 vs Samsung TL205
95 Imaging
33 Features
14 Overall
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94 Imaging
35 Features
17 Overall
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Samsung SL30 vs Samsung TL205 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 38-114mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
- 140g - 94 x 61 x 23mm
- Introduced February 2009
- Alternative Name is ES15
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-105mm (F3.0-5.6) lens
- 177g - 99 x 59 x 20mm
- Introduced January 2010
- Other Name is PL100
Samsung SL30 vs Samsung TL205 Overview
Lets examine more in depth at the Samsung SL30 and Samsung TL205, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Ultracompact and they are both sold by Samsung. The sensor resolution of the SL30 (10MP) and the TL205 (12MP) is relatively comparable and they possess the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe SL30 was announced 10 months prior to the TL205 and they are of a similar age. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung SL30 being a Compact camera and the Samsung TL205 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before we go through a in-depth comparison, below is a brief view of how the SL30 matches up versus the TL205 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Samsung SL30 vs Samsung TL205 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung SL30 & Samsung TL205. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung SL30 Gallery & Samsung TL205 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung SL30 over the Samsung TL205
SL30 | TL205 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung TL205 over the Samsung SL30
TL205 | SL30 | |||
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Introduced | January 2010 | February 2009 | More modern by 10 months | |
Screen dimension | 2.7" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Common features in the Samsung SL30 and Samsung TL205
SL30 | TL205 | |||
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Manually focus | No manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither features Touch screen |
Samsung SL30 vs Samsung TL205 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and size. The Samsung SL30 enjoys outside dimensions of 94mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Samsung TL205 has specifications of 99mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).
Contrast the Samsung SL30 and Samsung TL205 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select at that moment. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the SL30 versus the TL205.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the SL30 and TL205 is 95 and 94 respectively.
Samsung SL30 vs Samsung TL205 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizes only by seeing specifications. The image here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SL30 and TL205.
To sum up, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You can count on the Samsung TL205 to produce extra detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs much more aggressively. The more aged SL30 will be behind in sensor innovation.
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Samsung SL30 vs Samsung TL205 Specifications
Samsung SL30 | Samsung TL205 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Samsung | Samsung |
Model type | Samsung SL30 | Samsung TL205 |
Also called as | ES15 | PL100 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2009-02-17 | 2010-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | 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 | 10 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 38-114mm (3.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.7 | f/3.0-5.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.5" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 8 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1500 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.60 m | 3.40 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Auto & Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Fill-in Flash, Flash Off, Red-Eye Fix | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 140 gr (0.31 pounds) | 177 gr (0.39 pounds) |
Dimensions | 94 x 61 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 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 | ||
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, SD/SDHC Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $93 | $180 |