Samsung TL100 vs Sony S980

Below is a extended overview of the Samsung TL100 vs Sony S980, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the TL100 (12MP) and the S980 (12MP) is pretty comparable and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The TL100 was manufactured around the same time to the S980 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick summary of how the TL100 scores against the S980 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung TL100 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung TL100 Gallery & Sony S980 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera, you should consider its weight and size. The Samsung TL100 offers physical measurements of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") having a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs) while the Sony S980 has specifications of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using at that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the TL100 compared to the S980.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TL100 and S980 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Quite often, it is tough to visualise the difference in sensor measurements purely by going through technical specs. The photograph underneath will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the TL100 and S980.

As you can tell, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of photographs however you will want to take the launch date of the cameras into account.