Samsung ST600 vs Samsung TL225
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Samsung ST600 vs Samsung TL225 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 4800 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-135mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
- 150g - 104 x 60 x 20mm
- Launched January 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- 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
- Other Name is ST550

Samsung ST600 vs Samsung TL225 Overview
Following is a detailed analysis of the Samsung ST600 vs Samsung TL225, both Ultracompact cameras and both are produced by Samsung. The sensor resolution of the ST600 (14MP) and the TL225 (12MP) is relatively close and both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The ST600 was released 5 months after the TL225 and they are of a similar age. Both the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the ST600 grades against the TL225 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Samsung ST600 vs Samsung TL225 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung ST600 & Samsung TL225. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung ST600 Gallery & Samsung TL225 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung ST600 over the Samsung TL225
ST600 | TL225 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung TL225 over the Samsung ST600
TL225 | ST600 |
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Common features in the Samsung ST600 and Samsung TL225
ST600 | TL225 | |||
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Introduced | January 2010 | ![]() | August 2009 | Same age |
Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3.5" | ![]() | 3.5" | Equal screen dimensions |
Screen resolution | 1152k | ![]() | 1152k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Samsung ST600 vs Samsung TL225 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera, you need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Samsung ST600 has physical measurements of 104mm x 60mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Samsung TL225 has dimensions of 100mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 187 grams (0.41 lbs).
Check out the Samsung ST600 vs Samsung TL225 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the ST600 versus the TL225.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the ST600 and TL225 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Samsung ST600 vs Samsung TL225 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's tough to picture the gap in sensor sizes purely by researching technical specs. The image below may give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the ST600 and TL225.
As you can tell, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You can count on the Samsung ST600 to result in greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively.

Samsung ST600 vs Samsung TL225 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung ST600 vs Samsung TL225 Specifications
Samsung ST600 | Samsung TL225 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Samsung |
Model | Samsung ST600 | Samsung TL225 |
Otherwise known as | - | ST550 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2010-01-06 | 2009-08-13 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 4800 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 27-135mm (5.0x) | 27-124mm (4.6x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-5.5 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3.5" | 3.5" |
Screen resolution | 1,152k dot | 1,152k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 8 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1500 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m | 3.40 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync, Manual |
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 | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 150g (0.33 lb) | 187g (0.41 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 60 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 0.8") | 100 x 60 x 19mm (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 | SLB07 | SLB-07A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $330 | $488 |