Samsung TL100 vs Sony W290

Lets look closer at the Samsung TL100 and Sony W290, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the TL100 (12MP) and the W290 (12MP) is fairly close and both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The TL100 was launched about the same time to the W290 and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a short highlight of how the TL100 grades versus the W290 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung TL100 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung TL100 Gallery and Sony W290 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and size. The Samsung TL100 enjoys physical measurements of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs) and the Sony W290 has specifications of 98mm x 57mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Compare the Samsung TL100 and Sony W290 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the TL100 against the W290.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the TL100 and W290 is 91 and 94 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to envision the difference in sensor dimensions only by viewing a spec sheet. The image here should offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the TL100 and W290.

Clearly, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact resolution and you should expect comparable quality of pictures though you should always take the release date of the cameras into account.