Samsung ST90 vs Samsung TL220

In this article, we will be analyzing the Samsung ST90 and Samsung TL220, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are built by Samsung. The sensor resolution of the ST90 (14MP) and the TL220 (12MP) is pretty comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ST90 was unveiled 18 months after the TL220 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung ST90 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung TL220 being a Compact camera.

Before getting straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the ST90 scores versus the TL220 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung ST90 and Samsung TL220. The full galleries are available at Samsung ST90 Gallery and Samsung TL220 Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and size. The Samsung ST90 features external measurements of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") with 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") having a weight of 169 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have during that time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the ST90 against the TL220.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the ST90 and TL220 is 99 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to see the difference in sensor dimensions simply by going through specs. The picture here will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the ST90 and TL220.

All in all, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Samsung ST90 to show greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The newer ST90 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.