Samsung TL100 vs Sony T900
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Samsung TL100 vs Sony T900 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
- Released January 2009
- Alternate Name is ST50
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-10.0) lens
- 143g - 98 x 58 x 16mm
- Released February 2009
Samsung TL100 vs Sony T900 Overview
The following is a thorough analysis of the Samsung TL100 and Sony T900, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the TL100 (12MP) and the T900 (12MP) is pretty similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe TL100 was launched about the same time to the T900 so they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung TL100 being a Compact camera and the Sony T900 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before delving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a concise overview of how the TL100 grades versus the T900 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Samsung TL100 vs Sony T900 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung TL100 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung TL100 Gallery and Sony T900 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung TL100 over the Sony T900
TL100 | T900 |
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Reasons to pick Sony T900 over the Samsung TL100
T900 | TL100 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial precise focusing | |||
Screen sizing | 3.5" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.8") | |
Screen resolution | 922k | 230k | Crisper screen (+692k dot) | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Samsung TL100 and Sony T900
TL100 | T900 | |||
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Released | January 2009 | February 2009 | Similar generation | |
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen |
Samsung TL100 vs Sony T900 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to travel with your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and measurements. The Samsung TL100 offers outer measurements of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") with a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Sony T900 has proportions of 98mm x 58mm x 16mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.6") having a weight of 143 grams (0.32 lbs).
Examine the Samsung TL100 and Sony T900 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the TL100 versus the T900.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TL100 and T900 is 91 and 96 respectively.
Samsung TL100 vs Sony T900 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is tough to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions simply by going over a spec sheet. The picture below should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the TL100 and T900.
As you can see, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same MP so you should expect similar quality of photographs though you should always factor the release date of the products into consideration.
Samsung TL100 vs Sony T900 Screen and ViewFinder
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Samsung TL100 vs Sony T900 Specifications
Samsung TL100 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung TL100 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900 |
Also called as | ST50 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2009-01-08 | 2009-02-17 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
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 surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.0-5.6 | f/3.5-10.0 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7" | 3.5" |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 922 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1s | 2s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1500s | 1/1000s |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 2.90 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 |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 800 x 592 (20 fps) , 640 x 480 (30,15 fps) , 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 219 gr (0.48 pounds) | 143 gr (0.32 pounds) |
Dimensions | 105 x 61 x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") | 98 x 58 x 16mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/MMC/SDHC card | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $22 | $300 |