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Samsung TL100 vs Sony G3

Portability
91
Imaging
35
Features
20
Overall
29
Samsung TL100 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 front
Portability
94
Imaging
33
Features
30
Overall
31

Samsung TL100 vs Sony G3 Key Specs

Samsung TL100
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Digital Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 35-105mm (F3.0-5.6) lens
  • 219g - 105 x 61 x 37mm
  • Revealed January 2009
  • Alternate Name is ST50
Sony G3
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 35-140mm (F3.5-10.0) lens
  • 185g - 97 x 59 x 22mm
  • Revealed January 2009
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Samsung TL100 vs Sony G3 Overview

Below, we are analyzing the Samsung TL100 vs Sony G3, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the TL100 (12MP) and the G3 (10MP) is fairly similar and they feature the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The TL100 was unveiled around the same time to the G3 so they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the TL100 grades against the G3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Samsung TL100 over the Sony G3

 TL100 G3 

Reasons to pick Sony G3 over the Samsung TL100

 G3 TL100 
Manually focus More accurate focus
Display dimension3.5"2.7"Larger display (+0.8")
Display resolution921k230kSharper display (+691k dot)
Touch display Easily navigate

Common features in the Samsung TL100 and Sony G3

 TL100 G3 
RevealedJanuary 2009January 2009Similar generation
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither provides selfie screen

Samsung TL100 vs Sony G3 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Samsung TL100 provides physical dimensions of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") along with a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs) and the Sony G3 has proportions of 97mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the TL100 versus the G3.

Samsung TL100 vs Sony G3 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability score of the TL100 and G3 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Samsung TL100 vs Sony G3 top view buttons comparison

Samsung TL100 vs Sony G3 Sensor Comparison

Often, it is tough to picture the gap between sensor sizing purely by going over specifications. The visual below should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the TL100 and G3.

To sum up, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should anticipate the Samsung TL100 to offer you extra detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos much more aggressively.

Samsung TL100 vs Sony G3 sensor size comparison

Samsung TL100 vs Sony G3 Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung TL100 vs Sony G3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung TL100 as a Portrait photography camera
Sony G3 as a Portrait photography camera
26
comes with face detection focus
manual focus not available
no manual mode
can't use external flash
resolution not great (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
26
focusing manually
manual exposure not possible
external flash not possible
low MP (10 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
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Street Comparison

Samsung TL100 Street photography information
Sony G3 Street photography information
53
built in image stabilization (Digital)
screen does not articulate
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
heavier than competitors (219 grams)
56
built in image stabilization (Optical)
screen does not articulate
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Samsung TL100 Sports photography advice
Sony G3 Sports photography advice
34
built in image stabilization (Digital)
comes with tracking autofocus
no shutter priority
resolution not great (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
23
built in image stabilization (Optical)
max shutter speed is low (1/1,000s)
continuous shooting slow (2.0 fps)
no shutter priority
low MP (10 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Samsung TL100 as a Travel photography camera
Sony G3 as a Travel photography camera
49
flash built-in
no Time Lapse function
heavier than competitors (219g)
resolution not great (12 megapixels)
display is not selfie friendly
wide angle not the best (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.0)
50
built-in flash
lack of Timelapse function
low MP (10MP)
screen is not selfie friendly
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Samsung TL100 Landscape photography info
Sony G3 Landscape photography info
27
built in image stabilization (Digital)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.0)
tiny screen (2.7 inch)
no manual mode
resolution not great (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
no Time Lapse function
36
focusing manually
bigger than average screen (3.5 inch)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
can't switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
manual exposure not possible
low MP (10 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
lack of Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung TL100 Vlogging advice
Sony G3 Vlogging advice
26
built in image stabilization (Digital)
comes with face detection focus
wide angle not the best (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.0)
display is not selfie friendly
low quality video (640 x 480 pixels)
no external mic port
heavier than competitors (219g)
27
touchscreen capability
built in image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
screen is not selfie friendly
video res low (640 x 480 resolution)
lack of external microphone jack
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Samsung TL100 vs Sony G3 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung TL100 and Sony G3
 Samsung TL100Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3
General Information
Brand Samsung Sony
Model type Samsung TL100 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3
Also Known as ST50 -
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Revealed 2009-01-08 2009-01-08
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.08 x 4.56mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 27.7mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12MP 10MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4000 x 3000 3648 x 2736
Maximum native ISO 3200 3200
Lowest native ISO 80 80
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
AF continuous
AF single
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Total focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 35-105mm (3.0x) 35-140mm (4.0x)
Max aperture f/3.0-5.6 f/3.5-10.0
Macro focusing distance 10cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.9 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7 inch 3.5 inch
Screen resolution 230 thousand dot 921 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 1 seconds 1 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/1500 seconds 1/1000 seconds
Continuous shutter speed - 2.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Change WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance - 4.30 m (Auto ISO)
Flash options Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 800 x 592 (20 fps) , 640 x 480 (30,15 fps) , 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps)
Maximum video resolution 640x480 640x480
Video format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone 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
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 219g (0.48 lbs) 185g (0.41 lbs)
Dimensions 105 x 61 x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") 97 x 59 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Self timer Yes (2, 10 or Custom) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/MMC/SDHC card Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Launch cost $22 $200