Samsung ST6500 vs Samsung TL240

Let's examine more closely at the Samsung ST6500 and Samsung TL240, both Ultracompact digital cameras and both of them are created by Samsung. The resolution of the ST6500 (16MP) and the TL240 (14MP) is pretty similar and they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ST6500 was manufactured 13 months later than the TL240 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before we go through a full comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the ST6500 grades against the TL240 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung ST6500 and Samsung TL240. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung ST6500 Gallery and Samsung TL240 Gallery.

When you are going to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Samsung ST6500 features external dimensions of 102mm x 57mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Samsung TL240 has proportions of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).

Look at the Samsung ST6500 and Samsung TL240 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the ST6500 compared to the TL240.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ST6500 and TL240 is 99 and 95 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements just by reading a spec sheet. The visual here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the ST6500 and TL240.

As you can see, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Samsung ST6500 to deliver greater detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots much more aggressively. The fresher ST6500 will have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.