Samsung TL205 vs Sony TX55

Here, we will be comparing the Samsung TL205 vs Sony TX55, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There exists a sizable gap among the sensor resolutions of the TL205 (12MP) and TX55 (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The TL205 was released 18 months earlier than the TX55 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving right into a thorough comparison, here is a concise view of how the TL205 scores against the TX55 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung TL205 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55. The complete galleries are available at Samsung TL205 Gallery & Sony TX55 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Samsung TL205 has got external measurements 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 TX55 has dimensions of 93mm x 54mm x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") with a weight of 109 grams (0.24 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the TL205 compared to the TX55.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TL205 and TX55 is 94 and 97 respectively.

Typically, it can be hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing merely by viewing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath might give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the TL205 and TX55.

As you can see, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can expect the Sony TX55 to result in more detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The older TL205 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.