Samsung TL100 vs Sony WX150

Following is a extensive overview of the Samsung TL100 versus Sony WX150, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Samsung and Sony. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the TL100 (12MP) and WX150 (18MP) but they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The TL100 was launched 4 years earlier than the WX150 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a complete comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the TL100 matches up against the WX150 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung TL100 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX150. The complete galleries are available at Samsung TL100 Gallery and Sony WX150 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Samsung TL100 provides outside 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) whilst the Sony WX150 has proportions of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung TL100 versus Sony WX150 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have at that moment. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the TL100 versus the WX150.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TL100 and WX150 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizes just by going over specs. The picture underneath will provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the TL100 and WX150.

All in all, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should expect the Sony WX150 to deliver greater detail utilizing its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged TL100 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.