Samsung SL720 vs Sony TX55
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Samsung SL720 vs Sony TX55 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
- Launched July 2009
- Alternate Name is PL70
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-130mm (F3.5-4.8) lens
- 109g - 93 x 54 x 13mm
- Launched July 2011
Samsung SL720 vs Sony TX55 Overview
The following is a in depth comparison of the Samsung SL720 versus Sony TX55, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Samsung and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the SL720 (12MP) and TX55 (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe SL720 was launched 24 months earlier than the TX55 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a brief summary of how the SL720 matches up vs the TX55 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Samsung SL720 vs Sony TX55 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung SL720 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung SL720 Gallery and Sony TX55 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung SL720 over the Sony TX55
SL720 | TX55 |
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Reasons to pick Sony TX55 over the Samsung SL720
TX55 | SL720 | |||
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Launched | July 2011 | July 2009 | Newer by 24 months | |
Focus manually | Very accurate focusing | |||
Screen size | 3.3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.6") | |
Screen resolution | 1230k | 230k | Crisper screen (+1000k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Samsung SL720 and Sony TX55
SL720 | TX55 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen |
Samsung SL720 vs Sony TX55 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and size. The Samsung SL720 offers physical 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 TX55 has specifications of 93mm x 54mm x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") and a weight of 109 grams (0.24 lbs).
Analyze the Samsung SL720 versus Sony TX55 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the SL720 versus the TX55.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SL720 and TX55 is 94 and 97 respectively.
Samsung SL720 vs Sony TX55 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its tough to see the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing specifications. The picture here will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SL720 and TX55.
Plainly, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Sony TX55 to offer extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more aged SL720 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
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Samsung SL720 vs Sony TX55 Specifications
Samsung SL720 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung SL720 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55 |
Otherwise known as | PL70 | - |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2009-07-14 | 2011-07-24 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-102mm (3.6x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.7 | f/3.5-4.8 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3.3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 1,230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | - | XtraFine OLED display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1500 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.60 m | 3.70 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
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 (60fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 168g (0.37 lbs) | 109g (0.24 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 92 x 61 x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 93 x 54 x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") |
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 life | - | 250 images |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | SLB-10A | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | microSD/SDHC, Memory Stick Micro |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $119 | $350 |