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Samsung TL205 vs Samsung TL210

Portability
94
Imaging
35
Features
17
Overall
27
Samsung TL205 front
 
Samsung TL210 front
Portability
94
Imaging
35
Features
27
Overall
31

Samsung TL205 vs Samsung TL210 Key Specs

Samsung TL205
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 35-105mm (F3.0-5.6) lens
  • 177g - 99 x 59 x 20mm
  • Released January 2010
  • Alternative Name is PL100
Samsung TL210
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 27-135mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
  • 177g - 99 x 59 x 20mm
  • Launched January 2010
  • Additionally Known as PL150
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Samsung TL205 vs Samsung TL210 Overview

In this write-up, we are comparing the Samsung TL205 vs Samsung TL210, both Ultracompact digital cameras and they are both produced by Samsung. The resolution of the TL205 (12MP) and the TL210 (12MP) is very well matched and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The TL205 was revealed around the same time to the TL210 so they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before diving straight into a full comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the TL205 grades vs the TL210 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Samsung TL205 over the Samsung TL210

 TL205 TL210 

Reasons to pick Samsung TL210 over the Samsung TL205

 TL210 TL205 
Display sizing3.5"2.7"Larger display (+0.8")

Common features in the Samsung TL205 and Samsung TL210

 TL205 TL210 
LaunchedJanuary 2010January 2010Similar generation
Manual focus Lack of manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kIdentical display resolution
Selfie screen Neither offers selfie screen
Touch display Neither offers Touch display

Samsung TL205 vs Samsung TL210 Physical Comparison

When you are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and volume. The Samsung TL205 offers physical dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Samsung TL210 has sizing of 99mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung TL205 vs Samsung TL210 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the TL205 versus the TL210.

Samsung TL205 vs Samsung TL210 size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the TL205 and TL210 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Samsung TL205 vs Samsung TL210 top view buttons comparison

Samsung TL205 vs Samsung TL210 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it can be tough to visualize the difference between sensor measurements merely by looking at technical specs. The photograph underneath should provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TL205 and TL210.

As you have seen, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution so you should expect similar quality of images although you really should factor the production date of the products into consideration.

Samsung TL205 vs Samsung TL210 sensor size comparison

Samsung TL205 vs Samsung TL210 Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung TL205 vs Samsung TL210 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung TL205 Portrait photography details
Samsung TL210 Portrait photography details
21
no manual focus
no manual control
no external flash support
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
21
focusing manually not possible
no manual control
cannot use external flash
MP count low (12MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Samsung TL205 Street photography factors
Samsung TL210 Street photography factors
47
screen is fixed
no image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
more heavy than competition (177g)
59
built in image stabilization (Optical)
supports focus by touch
screen is fixed
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
heavier than average (177 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Samsung TL205
Sports photography with Samsung TL210
25
supports tracking focus
no shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
27
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lack of shutter priority mode
MP count low (12 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Samsung TL205 Travel photography details
Samsung TL210 Travel photography details
50
flash built-in
missing Timelapse function
more heavy than competition (177g)
low megapixels (12MP)
does not posses selfie friendly screen
wide angle not great (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.0)
59
supports focus by touch
has built in flash
really wide (27mm)
no Time Lapse function
heavier than average (177 grams)
MP count low (12MP)
screen is not selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Samsung TL205 as a Landscape photography camera
Samsung TL210 as a Landscape photography camera
23
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.0)
tiny screen (2.7 inches)
no manual control
no image stabilization
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
missing Timelapse function
37
really wide (27mm)
very good size screen (3.5 inches)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
focusing manually not possible
can't swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
no manual control
MP count low (12MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
no Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung TL205 as a Vlogging camera
Samsung TL210 as a Vlogging camera
22
wide angle not great (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.0)
does not posses selfie friendly screen
no image stabilization
low quality video (1280 x 720 pixels)
missing microphone support
more heavy than competition (177g)
28
really wide (27mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
screen is not selfie friendly
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pixels)
no mic socket
heavier than average (177g)
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Samsung TL205 vs Samsung TL210 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung TL205 and Samsung TL210
 Samsung TL205Samsung TL210
General Information
Company Samsung Samsung
Model type Samsung TL205 Samsung TL210
Also Known as PL100 PL150
Class Ultracompact Ultracompact
Released 2010-01-06 2010-01-06
Physical type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.08 x 4.56mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor area 27.7mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO 3200 3200
Minimum native ISO 80 80
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 35-105mm (3.0x) 27-135mm (5.0x)
Maximum aperture f/3.0-5.6 f/3.5-5.9
Macro focusing distance 10cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.9 5.9
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.7" 3.5"
Resolution of screen 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 8 secs 8 secs
Maximum shutter speed 1/1500 secs 1/2000 secs
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 3.40 m 3.40 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync
External flash
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic port
Headphone port
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 sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 177g (0.39 lbs) 177g (0.39 lbs)
Dimensions 99 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") 99 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8")
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 - SLB-07B
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, SD/SDHC Internal MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal
Card slots 1 1
Launch pricing $180 $230