Samsung TL100 vs Sony S2000
91 Imaging
34 Features
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93 Imaging
33 Features
17 Overall
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Samsung TL100 vs Sony S2000 Key Specs
(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
- Announced January 2009
- Additionally Known as ST50
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 33-105mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 167g - 98 x 61 x 27mm
- Released January 2010

Samsung TL100 vs Sony S2000 Overview
Here, we will be reviewing the Samsung TL100 vs Sony S2000, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the TL100 (12MP) and the S2000 (10MP) is relatively close and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The TL100 was manufactured 12 months earlier than the S2000 so they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a full comparison, here is a simple view of how the TL100 matches up versus the S2000 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Samsung TL100 vs Sony S2000 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung TL100 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung TL100 Gallery & Sony S2000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung TL100 over the Sony S2000
TL100 | S2000 |
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Reasons to pick Sony S2000 over the Samsung TL100
S2000 | TL100 | |||
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Released | January 2010 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 12 months |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Samsung TL100 and Sony S2000
TL100 | S2000 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Missing Touch screen |
Samsung TL100 vs Sony S2000 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and proportions. The Samsung TL100 offers outer dimensions of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") and a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs) while the Sony S2000 has measurements of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Check the Samsung TL100 vs Sony S2000 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the TL100 and the S2000.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the TL100 and S2000 is 91 and 93 respectively.

Samsung TL100 vs Sony S2000 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be difficult to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by researching specifications. The pic below will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the TL100 and S2000.
Plainly, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Samsung TL100 to provide you with more detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged TL100 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

Samsung TL100 vs Sony S2000 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung TL100 vs Sony S2000 Specifications
Samsung TL100 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung TL100 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000 |
Alternative name | ST50 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2009-01-08 | 2010-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Bionz |
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 | 12 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3456 x 2592 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 33-105mm (3.2x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.0-5.6 | f/3.1-5.6 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 1 secs | 1 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1500 secs | 1/1200 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.30 m |
Flash options | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance 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 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 219 grams (0.48 pounds) | 167 grams (0.37 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 105 x 61 x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") | 98 x 61 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | ||
Battery ID | - | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/MMC/SDHC card | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, optional SD, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $22 | $225 |