Samsung TL205 vs Sony T99

Following is a detailed comparison of the Samsung TL205 and Sony T99, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the TL205 (12MP) and the T99 (14MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The TL205 was manufactured 6 months earlier than the T99 and they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a concise summary of how the TL205 scores vs the T99 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung TL205 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung TL205 Gallery & Sony T99 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry around your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and size. The Samsung TL205 offers outside dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Sony T99 has specifications of 93mm x 56mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the TL205 compared to the T99.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the TL205 and T99 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to picture the contrast between sensor sizes merely by checking a spec sheet. The image below will provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TL205 and T99.

Clearly, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You can count on the Sony T99 to give you more detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures more aggressively.