Samsung TL205 vs Sony TX1
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Samsung TL205 vs Sony TX1 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
- Launched January 2010
- Other Name is PL100
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.4" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
- 142g - 94 x 58 x 17mm
- Announced August 2009

Samsung TL205 vs Sony TX1 Overview
Following is a detailed analysis of the Samsung TL205 vs Sony TX1, both Ultracompact cameras by companies Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the TL205 (12MP) and the TX1 (10MP) is fairly comparable but the TL205 (1/2.3") and TX1 (1/2.4") use different sensor size.

The TL205 was brought out 6 months after the TX1 so they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before going in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the TL205 grades versus the TX1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Samsung TL205 vs Sony TX1 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung TL205 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung TL205 Gallery & Sony TX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung TL205 over the Sony TX1
TL205 | TX1 |
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Reasons to pick Sony TX1 over the Samsung TL205
TX1 | TL205 | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Samsung TL205 and Sony TX1
TL205 | TX1 | |||
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Announced | January 2010 | ![]() | August 2009 | Same age |
Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen |
Samsung TL205 vs Sony TX1 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Samsung TL205 provides exterior 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 TX1 has proportions of 94mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).
Analyze the Samsung TL205 vs Sony TX1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use at the time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the TL205 and the TX1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TL205 and TX1 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Samsung TL205 vs Sony TX1 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizes merely by checking out a spec sheet. The image underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the TL205 and TX1.
Clearly, both of these cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The TL205 due to its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF less difficult and the Samsung TL205 will provide greater detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images far more aggressively.

Samsung TL205 vs Sony TX1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung TL205 vs Sony TX1 Specifications
Samsung TL205 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung TL205 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1 |
Also called | PL100 | - |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2010-01-06 | 2009-08-06 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.4" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.104 x 4.578mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.0-5.6 | f/3.5-4.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 8cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 secs | 2 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1500 secs | 1/1250 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.40 m | 3.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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 data format | Motion JPEG | - |
Mic 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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 177g (0.39 lbs) | 142g (0.31 lbs) |
Dimensions | 99 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 94 x 58 x 17mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
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 | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, SD/SDHC Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $180 | $350 |