Samsung TL205 vs Samsung WB30F

Following is a in depth comparison of the Samsung TL205 and Samsung WB30F, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are manufactured by Samsung. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the TL205 (12MP) and WB30F (16MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The TL205 was revealed 4 years before the WB30F which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Samsung TL205 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung WB30F being a Compact camera.

Before we go through a complete comparison, below is a concise summary of how the TL205 scores vs the WB30F in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung TL205 and Samsung WB30F. The full galleries are provided at Samsung TL205 Gallery and Samsung WB30F Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Samsung TL205 features 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 WB30F has proportions of 98mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung TL205 and Samsung WB30F in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the TL205 and the WB30F.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TL205 and WB30F is 94 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, it is hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizes simply by viewing technical specs. The picture below might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the TL205 and WB30F.

As you can tell, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Samsung WB30F to render extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The more aged TL205 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.