Samsung TL205 vs Sony G3
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Samsung TL205 vs Sony G3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-105mm (F3.0-5.6) lens
- 177g - 99 x 59 x 20mm
- Launched January 2010
- Additionally Known as PL100
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-10.0) lens
- 185g - 97 x 59 x 22mm
- Launched January 2009
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Below, we are comparing the Samsung TL205 and Sony G3, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the TL205 (12MP) and the G3 (10MP) is fairly well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe TL205 was brought out 13 months after the G3 making the cameras a generation away from one another. The two cameras come with different body type with the Samsung TL205 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony G3 being a Compact camera.
Before getting through a detailed comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the TL205 matches up against the G3 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung TL205 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung TL205 Gallery and Sony G3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung TL205 over the Sony G3
| TL205 | G3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | January 2010 |  | January 2009 | Newer by 13 months |
Reasons to pick Sony G3 over the Samsung TL205
| G3 | TL205 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | More precise focusing | ||
| Display dimension | 3.5" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.8") |
| Display resolution | 921k |  | 230k | Crisper display (+691k dot) |
| Touch display |  | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Samsung TL205 and Sony G3
| TL205 | G3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Lack of selfie screen |
Samsung TL205 vs Sony G3 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Samsung TL205 comes with outside 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) and the Sony G3 has proportions of 97mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).
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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the TL205 and the G3.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TL205 and G3 is 94 and 94 respectively.
Samsung TL205 vs Sony G3 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reading through technical specs. The pic here may give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TL205 and G3.
As you have seen, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Samsung TL205 to resolve greater detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The newer TL205 should have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.
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Samsung TL205 vs Sony G3 Specifications
| Samsung TL205 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Samsung | Sony |
| Model type | Samsung TL205 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 |
| Also Known as | PL100 | - |
| Class | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Launched | 2010-01-06 | 2009-01-08 |
| 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 area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12MP | 10MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
| Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Total focus points | - | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/3.0-5.6 | f/3.5-10.0 |
| Macro focusing range | 10cm | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 2.7 inch | 3.5 inch |
| Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 8 secs | 1 secs |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/1500 secs | 1/1000 secs |
| Continuous shutter rate | - | 2.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 3.40 m | 4.30 m (Auto ISO) |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| 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) | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
| Video file 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) | 185 gr (0.41 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 99 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 97 x 59 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
| 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 | ||
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, SD/SDHC Internal | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Retail cost | $180 | $200 |