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Samsung TL205 vs Sony T900

Portability
94
Imaging
35
Features
17
Overall
27
Samsung TL205 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900 front
Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
30
Overall
33

Samsung TL205 vs Sony T900 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
  • Released January 2010
  • Alternate Name is PL100
Sony T900
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 35-140mm (F3.5-10.0) lens
  • 143g - 98 x 58 x 16mm
  • Released February 2009
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Samsung TL205 vs Sony T900 Overview

In this write-up, we are reviewing the Samsung TL205 vs Sony T900, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the TL205 (12MP) and the T900 (12MP) is very well matched and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The TL205 was unveiled 11 months after the T900 and they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before we go through a more detailed comparison, below is a concise summation of how the TL205 grades vs the T900 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Samsung TL205 over the Sony T900

 TL205 T900 
ReleasedJanuary 2010February 2009More modern by 11 months

Reasons to pick Sony T900 over the Samsung TL205

 T900 TL205 
Manually focus More precise focus
Display sizing3.5"2.7"Larger display (+0.8")
Display resolution922k230kSharper display (+692k dot)
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Common features in the Samsung TL205 and Sony T900

 TL205 T900 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen

Samsung TL205 vs Sony T900 Physical Comparison

If you are going to carry around your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Samsung TL205 features outer 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 T900 has measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 16mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.6") and a weight of 143 grams (0.32 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is the front view scale comparison of the TL205 and the T900.

Samsung TL205 vs Sony T900 size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TL205 and T900 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Samsung TL205 vs Sony T900 top view buttons comparison

Samsung TL205 vs Sony T900 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it is tough to see the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reading through a spec sheet. The picture below might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the TL205 and T900.

Clearly, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical resolution and you can expect similar quality of photos although you really should factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The more recent TL205 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.

Samsung TL205 vs Sony T900 sensor size comparison

Samsung TL205 vs Sony T900 Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung TL205 vs Sony T900 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Samsung TL205
Portrait photography with Sony T900
21
focusing manually not possible
lack of manual exposure
cannot use external flash
MP count low (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
27
manual focus
no manual mode
can't use external flash
resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Street Comparison

Samsung TL205 Street photography information
Sony T900 Street photography information
47
screen is fixed
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
heavier than others (177 grams)
57
has image stabilization (Optical)
no articulating screen
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Samsung TL205 Sports photography factors
Sony T900 Sports photography factors
25
comes with tracking focus
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
MP count low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
24
has image stabilization (Optical)
low maximum shutter speed (1/1,000 seconds)
very slow continuous shooting (2.0 fps)
no shutter priority
resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Samsung TL205
Travel photography with Sony T900
50
built-in flash
missing Time Lapse mode
heavier than others (177g)
MP count low (12 megapixels)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
wide angle not great (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.0)
52
built-in flash
doesn't have Timelapse mode
resolution not great (12MP)
display isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not good (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Samsung TL205 Landscape photography features
Sony T900 Landscape photography features
23
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.0)
screen is small (2.7 inches)
lack of manual exposure
does not have image stabilization
MP count low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
missing Time Lapse mode
37
manual focus
very good size screen (3.5 inch)
has image stabilization (Optical)
cannot swap lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
no manual mode
resolution not great (12MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW support
doesn't have Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung TL205 Vlogging information
Sony T900 Vlogging information
22
wide angle not great (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.0)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
does not have image stabilization
low quality video (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing mic support
heavier than others (177 grams)
28
touchscreen
has image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not good (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
display isn't selfie friendly
low quality video (1280 x 720 pxls)
doesn't have external microphone socket
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Samsung TL205 vs Sony T900 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung TL205 and Sony T900
 Samsung TL205Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900
General Information
Company Samsung Sony
Model Samsung TL205 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900
Also referred to as PL100 -
Category Ultracompact Ultracompact
Released 2010-01-06 2009-02-17
Physical type 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 surface area 27.7mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO 3200 3200
Lowest native ISO 80 80
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Number of focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 35-105mm (3.0x) 35-140mm (4.0x)
Highest aperture f/3.0-5.6 f/3.5-10.0
Macro focus range 10cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.9 5.8
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.7 inches 3.5 inches
Resolution of display 230k dots 922k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 8 secs 2 secs
Max shutter speed 1/1500 secs 1/1000 secs
Continuous shutter rate - 2.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 3.40 m 2.90 m (Auto ISO)
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
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 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone port
Headphone port
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 proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 177 grams (0.39 pounds) 143 grams (0.32 pounds)
Dimensions 99 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") 98 x 58 x 16mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.6")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage type MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, SD/SDHC Internal Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal
Card slots Single Single
Price at release $180 $300