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Samsung TL205 vs Samsung WB50F

Portability
94
Imaging
35
Features
17
Overall
27
Samsung TL205 front
 
Samsung WB50F front
Portability
92
Imaging
40
Features
36
Overall
38

Samsung TL205 vs Samsung WB50F 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
  • Introduced January 2010
  • Additionally Known as PL100
Samsung WB50F
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-288mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
  • 207g - 101 x 68 x 27mm
  • Released January 2014
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Samsung TL205 vs Samsung WB50F Overview

On this page, we will be matching up the Samsung TL205 vs Samsung WB50F, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are manufactured by Samsung. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the TL205 (12MP) and WB50F (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The TL205 was introduced 5 years earlier than the WB50F which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Samsung TL205 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung WB50F being a Compact camera.

Before we go into a complete comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the TL205 grades against the WB50F in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Samsung TL205 over the Samsung WB50F

 TL205 WB50F 

Reasons to pick Samsung WB50F over the Samsung TL205

 WB50F TL205 
ReleasedJanuary 2014January 2010More modern by 48 months
Manually focus More exact focus
Screen dimensions3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution460k230kClearer screen (+230k dot)

Common features in the Samsung TL205 and Samsung WB50F

 TL205 WB50F 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Absent Touch friendly screen

Samsung TL205 vs Samsung WB50F Physical Comparison

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Samsung TL205 has exterior dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB50F has proportions of 101mm x 68mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") along with a weight of 207 grams (0.46 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the TL205 compared to the WB50F.

Samsung TL205 vs Samsung WB50F size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the TL205 and WB50F is 94 and 92 respectively.

Samsung TL205 vs Samsung WB50F top view buttons comparison

Samsung TL205 vs Samsung WB50F Sensor Comparison

Generally, it's hard to see the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reviewing specs. The picture below might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the TL205 and WB50F.

All in all, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Samsung WB50F to offer greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged TL205 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.

Samsung TL205 vs Samsung WB50F sensor size comparison

Samsung TL205 vs Samsung WB50F Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung TL205 vs Samsung WB50F Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung TL205 Portrait photography advice
Samsung WB50F Portrait photography advice
21
manual focus not available
no manual exposure
can't use external flash
MP count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
37
you can focus manually
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
no manual control
cannot use external flash
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Street Comparison

Samsung TL205 Street photography factors
Samsung WB50F Street photography factors
47
fixed screen
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
more heavy than competition (177g)
62
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition in class (207g)
no moving screen
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Samsung TL205 Sports photography details
Samsung WB50F Sports photography details
25
includes tracking autofocus
no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
MP count low (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
40
built in image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Samsung TL205 as a Travel photography camera
Samsung WB50F as a Travel photography camera
50
flash built-in
missing Timelapse function
more heavy than competition (177 grams)
MP count low (12MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not great (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.0)
69
lighter than competition in class (207g)
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
rather wide (24mm)
very long reach (288mm)
no Time Lapse mode
doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
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Landscape Comparison

Samsung TL205 as a Landscape photography camera
Samsung WB50F as a Landscape photography camera
23
manual focus not available
cannot switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.0)
small screen (2.7 inches)
no manual exposure
lack of image stabilization
MP count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
missing Timelapse function
47
you can focus manually
rather wide (24mm)
screen is a decent size (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
can't change lenses (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
no manual control
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
no Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung TL205 as a Vlogging camera
Samsung WB50F as a Vlogging camera
22
wide angle not great (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.0)
screen isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing external microphone port
more heavy than competition (177 grams)
30
rather wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition in class (207g)
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
low quality video (1280 x 720 pxls)
no external mic support
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Samsung TL205 vs Samsung WB50F Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung TL205 and Samsung WB50F
 Samsung TL205Samsung WB50F
General Information
Company Samsung Samsung
Model type Samsung TL205 Samsung WB50F
Also called as PL100 -
Type Ultracompact Small Sensor Superzoom
Introduced 2010-01-06 2014-01-07
Physical type Ultracompact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.08 x 4.56mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 27.7mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12MP 16MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4000 x 3000 4608 x 3456
Highest native ISO 3200 3200
Minimum native ISO 80 80
RAW support
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
AF continuous
AF single
AF tracking
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 35-105mm (3.0x) 24-288mm (12.0x)
Max aperture f/3.0-5.6 f/3.1-6.3
Macro focusing distance 10cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.9 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 2.7 inch 3 inch
Resolution of screen 230k dots 460k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 8 secs -
Maximum shutter speed 1/1500 secs -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Change WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 3.40 m -
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync -
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
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
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG -
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) none
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 177 gr (0.39 lbs) 207 gr (0.46 lbs)
Physical dimensions 99 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") 101 x 68 x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1")
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 - BP70A
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) -
Time lapse feature
Storage type MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, SD/SDHC Internal MicroSD, MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC
Card slots One One
Cost at launch $180 $180