Samsung SL720 vs Samsung TL225
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Samsung SL720 vs Samsung TL225 Key Specs
(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
- Revealed July 2009
- Also Known as PL70
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-124mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 187g - 100 x 60 x 19mm
- Introduced August 2009
- Additionally referred to as ST550
Samsung SL720 vs Samsung TL225 Overview
Below, we are contrasting the Samsung SL720 and Samsung TL225, both Ultracompact cameras and both of them are offered by Samsung. The sensor resolution of the SL720 (12MP) and the TL225 (12MP) is very close and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe SL720 was released about the same time to the TL225 which means that they are of a similar age. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before diving in to a complete comparison, below is a brief overview of how the SL720 scores versus the TL225 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Samsung SL720 vs Samsung TL225 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung SL720 & Samsung TL225. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung SL720 Gallery & Samsung TL225 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung SL720 over the Samsung TL225
SL720 | TL225 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung TL225 over the Samsung SL720
TL225 | SL720 | |||
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Display dimension | 3.5" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.8") | |
Display resolution | 1152k | 230k | Sharper display (+922k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Samsung SL720 and Samsung TL225
SL720 | TL225 | |||
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Introduced | July 2009 | August 2009 | Same age | |
Manual focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen |
Samsung SL720 vs Samsung TL225 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry around your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and proportions. The Samsung SL720 has got physical measurements of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Samsung TL225 has measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") with a weight of 187 grams (0.41 lbs).
See the Samsung SL720 and Samsung TL225 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the SL720 and the TL225.
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the SL720 and TL225 is 94 and 94 respectively.
Samsung SL720 vs Samsung TL225 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizes purely by researching specifications. The image underneath will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SL720 and TL225.
Plainly, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of pictures though you need to factor the launch date of the cameras into account.
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Samsung SL720 vs Samsung TL225 Specifications
Samsung SL720 | Samsung TL225 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Samsung | Samsung |
Model type | Samsung SL720 | Samsung TL225 |
Also Known as | PL70 | ST550 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2009-07-14 | 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 surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-102mm (3.6x) | 27-124mm (4.6x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-5.7 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inch | 3.5 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 1,152k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 8 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1500 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.60 m | 3.40 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync, Manual |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data 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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 168g (0.37 pounds) | 187g (0.41 pounds) |
Dimensions | 92 x 61 x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" 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-10A | SLB-07A |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $119 | $488 |