Samsung ST6500 vs Samsung TL210

Lets look more in depth at the Samsung ST6500 and Samsung TL210, both Ultracompact cameras and both of them are sold by Samsung. There exists a huge gap among the resolutions of the ST6500 (16MP) and TL210 (12MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ST6500 was manufactured 13 months after the TL210 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a short overview of how the ST6500 grades versus the TL210 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung ST6500 and Samsung TL210. The entire galleries are available at Samsung ST6500 Gallery and Samsung TL210 Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Samsung ST6500 has external dimensions of 102mm x 57mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Samsung TL210 has dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).

Look at the Samsung ST6500 and Samsung TL210 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the ST6500 against the TL210.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ST6500 and TL210 is 99 and 94 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions just by going through technical specs. The image underneath might provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the ST6500 and TL210.

As you can tell, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should expect the Samsung ST6500 to produce extra detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots more aggressively. The more recent ST6500 provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.