Samsung TL100 vs Sony W320
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Samsung TL100 vs Sony W320 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F3.0-5.6) lens
- 219g - 105 x 61 x 37mm
- Introduced January 2009
- Alternative Name is ST50
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-105mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
- 117g - 93 x 52 x 17mm
- Revealed January 2010

Samsung TL100 vs Sony W320 Overview
Let's take a closer look at the Samsung TL100 versus Sony W320, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact by competitors Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the TL100 (12MP) and the W320 (14MP) is fairly well matched and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The TL100 was launched 12 months earlier than the W320 so they are of a similar generation. Both cameras offer different body type with the Samsung TL100 being a Compact camera and the Sony W320 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before delving in to a thorough comparison, below is a quick summary of how the TL100 scores vs the W320 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Samsung TL100 vs Sony W320 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung TL100 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W320. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung TL100 Gallery and Sony W320 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung TL100 over the Sony W320
TL100 | W320 |
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Reasons to pick Sony W320 over the Samsung TL100
W320 | TL100 | |||
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Revealed | January 2010 | ![]() | January 2009 | More modern by 12 months |
Common features in the Samsung TL100 and Sony W320
TL100 | W320 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equivalent display measurement |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch friendly display |
Samsung TL100 vs Sony W320 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry around your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and volume. The Samsung TL100 comes with outside dimensions 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 W320 has sizing of 93mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).
Check out the Samsung TL100 versus Sony W320 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached during that time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the TL100 and the W320.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TL100 and W320 is 91 and 97 respectively.

Samsung TL100 vs Sony W320 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is tough to envision the gap between sensor sizes merely by looking at a spec sheet. The pic here may give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TL100 and W320.
Clearly, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Sony W320 to give you greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics a little more aggressively. The more aged TL100 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.

Samsung TL100 vs Sony W320 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung TL100 vs Sony W320 Specifications
Samsung TL100 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W320 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung TL100 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W320 |
Alternative name | ST50 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2009-01-08 | 2010-01-07 |
Physical type | 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 | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 26-105mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.0-5.6 | f/2.7-5.7 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 4cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1s | 1s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1500s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.80 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video 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) | 117 grams (0.26 pounds) |
Dimensions | 105 x 61 x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") | 93 x 52 x 17mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7") |
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 | - | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/MMC/SDHC card | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $22 | $269 |