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Samsung SL720 vs Samsung TL100

Portability
94
Imaging
35
Features
14
Overall
26
Samsung SL720 front
 
Samsung TL100 front
Portability
91
Imaging
34
Features
20
Overall
28

Samsung SL720 vs Samsung TL100 Key Specs

Samsung SL720
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 28-102mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
  • 168g - 92 x 61 x 23mm
  • Released July 2009
  • Alternate Name is PL70
Samsung TL100
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Digital Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 35-105mm (F3.0-5.6) lens
  • 219g - 105 x 61 x 37mm
  • Launched January 2009
  • Additionally Known as ST50
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Samsung SL720 vs Samsung TL100 Overview

In this write-up, we are comparing the Samsung SL720 and Samsung TL100, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both are sold by Samsung. The image resolution of the SL720 (12MP) and the TL100 (12MP) is fairly well matched and they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SL720 was revealed 7 months later than the TL100 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung SL720 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung TL100 being a Compact camera.

Before getting in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the SL720 grades versus the TL100 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Samsung SL720 over the Samsung TL100

 SL720 TL100 
LaunchedJuly 2009January 2009Fresher by 7 months

Reasons to pick Samsung TL100 over the Samsung SL720

 TL100 SL720 

Common features in the Samsung SL720 and Samsung TL100

 SL720 TL100 
Manually focus No manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display sizing2.7"2.7"Equivalent display dimensions
Display resolution230k230kExact same display resolution
Selfie screen Neither comes with selfie screen
Touch display Neither comes with Touch display

Samsung SL720 vs Samsung TL100 Physical Comparison

If you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor its weight and volume. The Samsung SL720 comes with outer dimensions of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Samsung TL100 has sizing of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") and a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have at that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the SL720 compared to the TL100.

Samsung SL720 vs Samsung TL100 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SL720 and TL100 is 94 and 91 respectively.

Samsung SL720 vs Samsung TL100 top view buttons comparison

Samsung SL720 vs Samsung TL100 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it's tough to envision the difference between sensor sizing just by reading through technical specs. The visual here may give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the SL720 and TL100.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of files although you should always factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The newer SL720 will have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.

Samsung SL720 vs Samsung TL100 sensor size comparison

Samsung SL720 vs Samsung TL100 Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung SL720 vs Samsung TL100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung SL720 Portrait photography factors
Samsung TL100 Portrait photography factors
21
focusing manually not possible
no manual control
cannot use external flash
low MP (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
26
includes face detection focus
focusing manually not possible
no manual control
cannot use external flash
MP count low (12MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Samsung SL720 Street photography features
Samsung TL100 Street photography features
47
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
heavier than others in class (168 grams)
53
image stabilization (Digital)
no articulating screen
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
more heavy than competition in class (219 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Samsung SL720 Sports photography info
Samsung TL100 Sports photography info
17
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
low MP (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
33
image stabilization (Digital)
includes tracking autofocus
no shutter priority
MP count low (12MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Samsung SL720 Travel photography features
Samsung TL100 Travel photography features
56
built-in flash
rather wide (28mm)
missing Time Lapse mode
heavier than others in class (168 grams)
low MP (12MP)
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
slow max aperture (f2.8)
48
has built in flash
does not have Timelapse function
more heavy than competition in class (219 grams)
MP count low (12 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not good (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.0)
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Landscape Comparison

Samsung SL720 Landscape photography features
Samsung TL100 Landscape photography features
27
rather wide (28mm)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
screen is small (2.7")
no manual control
does not have image stabilization
low MP (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
missing Time Lapse mode
27
image stabilization (Digital)
focusing manually not possible
cannot switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.0)
small screen (2.7 inch)
no manual control
MP count low (12MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
does not have Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung SL720 Vlogging info
Samsung TL100 Vlogging info
25
rather wide (28mm)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
does not have image stabilization
low video resolution (640 x 480 pixels)
missing mic port
heavier than others in class (168 grams)
26
image stabilization (Digital)
includes face detection focus
wide angle not good (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.0)
screen isn't selfie friendly
video resolution low (640 x 480 pixels)
does not have external microphone jack
more heavy than competition in class (219 grams)
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Samsung SL720 vs Samsung TL100 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung SL720 and Samsung TL100
 Samsung SL720Samsung TL100
General Information
Company Samsung Samsung
Model Samsung SL720 Samsung TL100
Also called as PL70 ST50
Category Ultracompact Small Sensor Compact
Released 2009-07-14 2009-01-08
Body design Ultracompact Compact
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 surface area 27.7mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2
Maximum resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 1600 3200
Lowest native ISO 80 80
RAW format
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-102mm (3.6x) 35-105mm (3.0x)
Max aperture f/2.8-5.7 f/3.0-5.6
Macro focus range 5cm 10cm
Focal length multiplier 5.9 5.9
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7" 2.7"
Screen resolution 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 8 seconds 1 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/1500 seconds 1/1500 seconds
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 4.60 m -
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix
External flash
AEB
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) 800 x 592 (20 fps) , 640 x 480 (30,15 fps) , 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps)
Maximum video resolution 640x480 640x480
Video format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone input
Headphone input
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 proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 168 grams (0.37 lbs) 219 grams (0.48 lbs)
Dimensions 92 x 61 x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") 105 x 61 x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5")
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-10A -
Self timer Yes Yes (2, 10 or Custom)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal SD/MMC/SDHC card
Storage slots 1 1
Cost at launch $119 $22