Samsung TL205 vs Sony HX200V
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Samsung TL205 vs Sony HX200V Key Specs
(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
- Additionally Known as PL100
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 27-810mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 583g - 122 x 87 x 93mm
- Revealed May 2012
- Older Model is Sony HX100V
- New Model is Sony HX300

Samsung TL205 vs Sony HX200V Overview
On this page, we will be evaluating the Samsung TL205 and Sony HX200V, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Samsung and Sony. There is a big difference between the resolutions of the TL205 (12MP) and HX200V (18MP) but both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The TL205 was launched 3 years earlier than the HX200V and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Samsung TL205 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony HX200V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple summation of how the TL205 scores versus the HX200V when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Samsung TL205 vs Sony HX200V Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung TL205 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX200V. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung TL205 Gallery and Sony HX200V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung TL205 over the Sony HX200V
TL205 | HX200V |
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Reasons to pick Sony HX200V over the Samsung TL205
HX200V | TL205 | |||
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Revealed | May 2012 | ![]() | January 2010 | Fresher by 28 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+692k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung TL205 and Sony HX200V
TL205 | HX200V | |||
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Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither features Touch screen |
Samsung TL205 vs Sony HX200V Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and volume. The Samsung TL205 enjoys external measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Sony HX200V has sizing of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") along with a weight of 583 grams (1.29 lbs).
Check out the Samsung TL205 and Sony HX200V in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have at the time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the TL205 and the HX200V.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the TL205 and HX200V is 94 and 66 respectively.

Samsung TL205 vs Sony HX200V Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing merely by going over specifications. The visual underneath should provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the TL205 and HX200V.
Plainly, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Sony HX200V to deliver greater detail utilizing its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots more aggressively. The older TL205 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.

Samsung TL205 vs Sony HX200V Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung TL205 vs Sony HX200V Specifications
Samsung TL205 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX200V | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung TL205 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX200V |
Also called as | PL100 | - |
Category | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2010-01-06 | 2012-05-11 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
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 | 18MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4896 x 3672 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 27-810mm (30.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.0-5.6 | f/2.8-5.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 922k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | - | XtraFine TruBlack TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1500 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.40 m | 12.40 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Rear Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 177g (0.39 pounds) | 583g (1.29 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 122 x 87 x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") |
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 life | - | 450 images |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-FH50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, SD/SDHC Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $180 | $480 |