Samsung SL620 vs Sony TX7
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Samsung SL620 vs Sony TX7 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-175mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
- 168g - 92 x 61 x 23mm
- Revealed February 2009
- Additionally referred to as PL65
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.4" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
- 149g - 98 x 60 x 18mm
- Launched January 2010
Samsung SL620 vs Sony TX7 Overview
The following is a comprehensive assessment of the Samsung SL620 and Sony TX7, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the SL620 (12MP) and the TX7 (10MP) is pretty well matched but the SL620 (1/2.3") and TX7 (1/2.4") offer different sensor dimensions.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe SL620 was released 10 months before the TX7 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the SL620 matches up against the TX7 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Samsung SL620 vs Sony TX7 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung SL620 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX7. The complete galleries are available at Samsung SL620 Gallery and Sony TX7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung SL620 over the Sony TX7
SL620 | TX7 |
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Reasons to pick Sony TX7 over the Samsung SL620
TX7 | SL620 | |||
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Launched | January 2010 | February 2009 | Newer by 10 months | |
Screen size | 3.5" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.8") | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 230k | Sharper screen (+691k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Samsung SL620 and Sony TX7
SL620 | TX7 | |||
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Manual focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen |
Samsung SL620 vs Sony TX7 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Samsung SL620 has got outer dimensions of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Sony TX7 has measurements of 98mm x 60mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).
Take a look at the Samsung SL620 and Sony TX7 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the SL620 vs the TX7.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the SL620 and TX7 is 94 and 95 respectively.
Samsung SL620 vs Sony TX7 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very tough to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by looking at technical specs. The image below might give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SL620 and TX7.
As you can tell, both cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The SL620 because of its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Samsung SL620 will give you extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged SL620 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.
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Samsung SL620 vs Sony TX7 Specifications
Samsung SL620 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX7 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung SL620 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX7 |
Other name | PL65 | - |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2009-02-17 | 2010-01-07 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.4" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.104 x 4.578mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3456 x 2592 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-175mm (5.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.7 | f/3.5-4.6 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3.5 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 2 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.60 m | 3.80 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Auto & Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Fill-in Flash, Flash Off, Red-Eye Fix | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (60, 30fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 168 grams (0.37 lbs) | 149 grams (0.33 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 92 x 61 x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 98 x 60 x 18mm (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 | - | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, portrait1/ portrait2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo/ PRO HG-Duo, optional SD, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $200 | $300 |