Samsung ST30 vs Samsung TL500

Here, we are looking at the Samsung ST30 vs Samsung TL500, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both manufactured by Samsung. The sensor resolution of the ST30 (10MP) and the TL500 (10MP) is very close but the ST30 (1/3") and TL500 (1/1.7") provide different sensor size.

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The ST30 was launched 7 months after the TL500 and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung ST30 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung TL500 being a Compact camera.

Before going right into a thorough comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the ST30 grades against the TL500 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung ST30 and Samsung TL500. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung ST30 Gallery and Samsung TL500 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and proportions. The Samsung ST30 comes with external measurements of 82mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.2" x 2.0" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 87 grams (0.19 lbs) and the Samsung TL500 has measurements of 114mm x 63mm x 29mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.1") and a weight of 386 grams (0.85 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung ST30 vs Samsung TL500 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the ST30 compared to the TL500.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ST30 and TL500 is 98 and 88 respectively.

Typically, it's tough to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions purely by researching a spec sheet. The pic here might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the ST30 and TL500.

Clearly, both of these cameras come with the identical megapixels but different sensor dimensions. The ST30 has got the smaller sensor which will make achieving bokeh more challenging. The fresher ST30 provides an edge in sensor innovation.