Samsung TL205 vs Sony S950

Here, we will be reviewing the Samsung TL205 versus Sony S950, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the TL205 (12MP) and the S950 (10MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The TL205 was announced 11 months after the S950 so they are of a similar generation. Both cameras feature different body design with the Samsung TL205 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony S950 being a Compact camera.

Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick view of how the TL205 grades vs the S950 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung TL205 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S950. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung TL205 Gallery and Sony S950 Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and measurements. The Samsung TL205 offers external measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Sony S950 has proportions of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Check the Samsung TL205 versus Sony S950 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the TL205 vs the S950.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the TL205 and S950 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions only by checking specs. The pic here will provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the TL205 and S950.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Samsung TL205 to resolve extra detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more recent TL205 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.