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Samsung TL205 vs Samsung TL225

Portability
94
Imaging
35
Features
17
Overall
27
Samsung TL205 front
 
Samsung TL225 front
Portability
94
Imaging
35
Features
33
Overall
34

Samsung TL205 vs Samsung TL225 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
  • Announced January 2010
  • Additionally Known as PL100
Samsung TL225
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 27-124mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
  • 187g - 100 x 60 x 19mm
  • Introduced August 2009
  • Also referred to as ST550
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Samsung TL205 vs Samsung TL225 Overview

The following is a in depth overview of the Samsung TL205 and Samsung TL225, both Ultracompact cameras and both are offered by Samsung. The resolution of the TL205 (12MP) and the TL225 (12MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The TL205 was introduced 5 months after the TL225 so they are of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief overview of how the TL205 scores versus the TL225 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Samsung TL205 over the Samsung TL225

 TL205 TL225 

Reasons to pick Samsung TL225 over the Samsung TL205

 TL225 TL205 
Screen dimensions3.5"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.8")
Screen resolution1152k230kCrisper screen (+922k dot)
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Samsung TL205 and Samsung TL225

 TL205 TL225 
IntroducedJanuary 2010August 2009Same generation
Manually focus No manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither has selfie screen

Samsung TL205 vs Samsung TL225 Physical Comparison

When you are going to travel with your camera, you should factor its weight and size. The Samsung TL205 has external dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Samsung TL225 has specifications of 100mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") with a weight of 187 grams (0.41 lbs).

Check the Samsung TL205 and Samsung TL225 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the TL205 against the TL225.

Samsung TL205 vs Samsung TL225 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TL205 and TL225 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Samsung TL205 vs Samsung TL225 top view buttons comparison

Samsung TL205 vs Samsung TL225 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it's difficult to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions just by seeing specs. The picture underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the TL205 and TL225.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same MP so you should expect comparable quality of photos but you need to factor the release date of the cameras into account.

Samsung TL205 vs Samsung TL225 sensor size comparison

Samsung TL205 vs Samsung TL225 Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung TL205 vs Samsung TL225 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung TL205 Portrait photography features
Samsung TL225 Portrait photography features
21
manual focus not available
lack of manual exposure
can't use external flash
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
21
no manual focus
manual exposure not possible
no external flash support
megapixel count low (12MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Samsung TL205
Street photography with Samsung TL225
47
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
more heavy than others (177g)
59
image stabilization (Optical)
offers focus via touch
screen does not articulate
sensor is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
heavier than others in class (187g)
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Sports Comparison

Samsung TL205 Sports photography info
Samsung TL225 Sports photography info
25
supports tracking autofocus
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect auto focus
27
image stabilization (Optical)
no shutter priority
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Samsung TL205 Travel photography highlights
Samsung TL225 Travel photography highlights
50
built-in flash
doesn't have Timelapse function
more heavy than others (177g)
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not good (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.0)
59
offers focus via touch
has built in flash
reasonably wide (27mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
heavier than others in class (187 grams)
megapixel count low (12MP)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Samsung TL205 Landscape photography highlights
Samsung TL225 Landscape photography highlights
23
manual focus not available
cannot change lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.0)
tiny screen (2.7")
lack of manual exposure
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
doesn't have Timelapse function
37
reasonably wide (27mm)
bigger than average screen (3.5 inch)
image stabilization (Optical)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
manual exposure not possible
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Samsung TL205
Vlogging with Samsung TL225
22
wide angle not good (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.0)
screen isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pixels)
doesn't have external microphone socket
more heavy than others (177g)
29
reasonably wide (27mm)
touch screen
image stabilization (Optical)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
low quality video (1280 x 720 pixels)
doesn't have mic support
heavier than others in class (187 grams)
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Samsung TL205 vs Samsung TL225 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung TL205 and Samsung TL225
 Samsung TL205Samsung TL225
General Information
Manufacturer Samsung Samsung
Model type Samsung TL205 Samsung TL225
Alternative name PL100 ST550
Class Ultracompact Ultracompact
Announced 2010-01-06 2009-08-13
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, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 3200 3200
Minimum native ISO 80 80
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
Continuous AF
Single AF
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 35-105mm (3.0x) 27-124mm (4.6x)
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
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 2.7 inches 3.5 inches
Screen resolution 230k dots 1,152k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 8 secs 8 secs
Max shutter speed 1/1500 secs 1/2000 secs
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Set WB
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, Manual
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported 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, 15 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic 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
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 177 gr (0.39 lbs) 187 gr (0.41 lbs)
Physical dimensions 99 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") 100 x 60 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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-07A
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer)
Time lapse shooting
Storage type MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, SD/SDHC Internal MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal
Card slots One One
Launch price $180 $488