Samsung ST65 vs Samsung TL220

Its time to look closer at the Samsung ST65 and Samsung TL220, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are offered by Samsung. The image resolution of the ST65 (14MP) and the TL220 (12MP) is relatively similar and both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ST65 was released 18 months later than the TL220 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Samsung ST65 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung TL220 being a Compact camera.

Before going right into a thorough comparison, here is a simple summary of how the ST65 grades vs the TL220 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung ST65 & Samsung TL220. The complete galleries are available at Samsung ST65 Gallery & Samsung TL220 Gallery.

When you are going to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Samsung ST65 has got physical measurements of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Samsung TL220 has specifications of 100mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") with a weight of 169 grams (0.37 lbs).

Compare the Samsung ST65 and Samsung TL220 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the ST65 versus the TL220.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ST65 and TL220 is 99 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements purely by reading technical specs. The graphic underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the ST65 and TL220.

As you can tell, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You can count on the Samsung ST65 to offer more detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more modern ST65 should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.