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Samsung TL205 vs Sony T90

Portability
94
Imaging
35
Features
17
Overall
27
Samsung TL205 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90 front
Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
26
Overall
31

Samsung TL205 vs Sony T90 Key Specs

Samsung TL205
(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
  • Revealed January 2010
  • Other Name is PL100
Sony T90
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 35-140mm (F3.5-10.0) lens
  • 148g - 94 x 57 x 15mm
  • Announced February 2009
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Samsung TL205 vs Sony T90 Overview

In this article, we will be reviewing the Samsung TL205 versus Sony T90, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the TL205 (12MP) and the T90 (12MP) is pretty close and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The TL205 was announced 11 months later than the T90 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before we go straight into a detailed comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the TL205 matches up against the T90 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Samsung TL205 over the Sony T90

 TL205 T90 
AnnouncedJanuary 2010February 2009Fresher by 11 months

Reasons to pick Sony T90 over the Samsung TL205

 T90 TL205 
Manually focus Dial precise focus
Screen sizing3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Samsung TL205 and Sony T90

 TL205 T90 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kSame screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither has selfie screen

Samsung TL205 vs Sony T90 Physical Comparison

If you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Samsung TL205 has outside 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 T90 has proportions of 94mm x 57mm x 15mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.6") with a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung TL205 versus Sony T90 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the TL205 against the T90.

Samsung TL205 vs Sony T90 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability score of the TL205 and T90 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Samsung TL205 vs Sony T90 top view buttons comparison

Samsung TL205 vs Sony T90 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it's tough to picture the difference in sensor sizing purely by looking through technical specs. The visual here will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the TL205 and T90.

As you have seen, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same MP and you should expect comparable quality of pictures but you should really consider the production date of the cameras into account. The more modern TL205 should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.

Samsung TL205 vs Sony T90 sensor size comparison

Samsung TL205 vs Sony T90 Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung TL205 vs Sony T90 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung TL205 Portrait photography details
Sony T90 Portrait photography details
21
no manual focus
no manual control
no external flash support
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
27
you can focus manually
manual exposure not available
external flash not possible
low MP (12MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Samsung TL205 Street photography highlights
Sony T90 Street photography highlights
47
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
heavier than average (177 grams)
55
has image stabilization (Optical)
no articulating screen
small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
more heavy than competition (148 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Samsung TL205
Sports photography with Sony T90
25
provides tracking autofocus
no shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
low resolution sensor (12MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
25
has image stabilization (Optical)
painfully slow continuous shooting (2.0 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
low MP (12MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Samsung TL205 Travel photography advice
Sony T90 Travel photography advice
50
flash built-in
lack of Time Lapse function
heavier than average (177g)
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
does not contain selfie friendly screen
wide angle not the best (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.0)
51
has built in flash
doesn't have Timelapse function
more heavy than competition (148 grams)
low MP (12MP)
does not feature selfie friendly display
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Samsung TL205 Landscape photography factors
Sony T90 Landscape photography factors
23
no manual focus
can't change lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.0)
tiny screen (2.7 inches)
no manual control
does not have image stabilization
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
lack of Time Lapse function
37
you can focus manually
good sized screen (3")
has image stabilization (Optical)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
manual exposure not available
low MP (12MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
doesn't have Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung TL205 Vlogging information
Sony T90 Vlogging information
22
wide angle not the best (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.0)
does not contain selfie friendly screen
does not have image stabilization
video resolution low (1280 x 720 resolution)
lack of external mic port
heavier than average (177 grams)
27
touchscreen enabled
has image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
does not feature selfie friendly display
video res low (1280 x 720 resolution)
doesn't have microphone jack
more heavy than competition (148 grams)
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Samsung TL205 vs Sony T90 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung TL205 and Sony T90
 Samsung TL205Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90
General Information
Brand Samsung Sony
Model type Samsung TL205 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90
Otherwise known as PL100 -
Category Ultracompact Ultracompact
Revealed 2010-01-06 2009-02-17
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.08 x 4.56mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 27.7mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12MP 12MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 3200 3200
Lowest native ISO 80 80
RAW data
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Continuous AF
Single AF
Tracking AF
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Total focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 35-105mm (3.0x) 35-140mm (4.0x)
Largest aperture f/3.0-5.6 f/3.5-10.0
Macro focusing distance 10cm -
Crop factor 5.9 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 2.7" 3"
Display resolution 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 8 secs 1 secs
Max shutter speed 1/1500 secs 1/1600 secs
Continuous shutter speed - 2.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 3.40 m 2.90 m (Auto ISO)
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance 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) 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 177 gr (0.39 pounds) 148 gr (0.33 pounds)
Dimensions 99 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") 94 x 57 x 15mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.6")
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
Storage slots Single Single
Pricing at release $180 $259