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Samsung TL205 vs Sony W310

Portability
94
Imaging
35
Features
17
Overall
27
Samsung TL205 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310 front
Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
17
Overall
27

Samsung TL205 vs Sony W310 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
  • Announced January 2010
  • Alternate Name is PL100
Sony W310
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 28-112mm (F3.0-5.8) lens
  • 137g - 95 x 55 x 19mm
  • Released January 2010
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Samsung TL205 vs Sony W310 Overview

The following is a complete review of the Samsung TL205 vs Sony W310, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the TL205 (12MP) and the W310 (12MP) is relatively close and both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The TL205 was brought out about the same time to the W310 and they are of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before going right into a full comparison, here is a simple view of how the TL205 grades against the W310 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Samsung TL205 over the Sony W310

 TL205 W310 

Reasons to pick Sony W310 over the Samsung TL205

 W310 TL205 

Common features in the Samsung TL205 and Sony W310

 TL205 W310 
ReleasedJanuary 2010January 2010Same generation
Focus manually No manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimensions2.7"2.7"Equal screen sizing
Screen resolution230k230kEqual screen resolution
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch screen Neither has Touch screen

Samsung TL205 vs Sony W310 Physical Comparison

If you're aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Samsung TL205 has physical dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Sony W310 has dimensions of 95mm x 55mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 137 grams (0.30 lbs).

Check the Samsung TL205 vs Sony W310 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the TL205 compared to the W310.

Samsung TL205 vs Sony W310 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TL205 and W310 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Samsung TL205 vs Sony W310 top view buttons comparison

Samsung TL205 vs Sony W310 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, its tough to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions merely by researching specifications. The picture underneath might give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TL205 and W310.

Plainly, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical MP and you should expect comparable quality of files however you will need to consider the release date of the cameras into account.

Samsung TL205 vs Sony W310 sensor size comparison

Samsung TL205 vs Sony W310 Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung TL205 vs Sony W310 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung TL205 Portrait photography advice
Sony W310 Portrait photography advice
21
manual focus not available
manual exposure not possible
can't use external flash
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
21
focusing manually not possible
no manual exposure
can't use external flash
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Samsung TL205 Street photography information
Sony W310 Street photography information
47
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
heavier than competition in class (177g)
57
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen does not articulate
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Samsung TL205 Sports photography factors
Sony W310 Sports photography factors
25
features tracking autofocus
no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
25
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
max fps low (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Samsung TL205 Travel photography advice
Sony W310 Travel photography advice
50
flash built-in
missing Time Lapse function
heavier than competition in class (177 grams)
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
doesn't posses selfie friendly display
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.0)
58
built-in flash
quite wide (28mm)
does not have Time Lapse recording
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
does not feature selfie friendly display
slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
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Landscape Comparison

Samsung TL205 as a Landscape photography camera
Sony W310 as a Landscape photography camera
23
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.0)
screen is somewhat small (2.7")
manual exposure not possible
lack of image stabilization
megapixel count low (12MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
missing Time Lapse function
32
quite wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
screen is somewhat small (2.7")
no manual exposure
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
does not have Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Samsung TL205
Vlogging with Sony W310
22
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.0)
doesn't posses selfie friendly display
lack of image stabilization
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pixels)
missing external mic support
heavier than competition in class (177 grams)
29
quite wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
does not feature selfie friendly display
low video resolution (640 x 480 pxls)
does not have mic jack
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Samsung TL205 vs Sony W310 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung TL205 and Sony W310
 Samsung TL205Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310
General Information
Brand Name Samsung Sony
Model Samsung TL205 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310
Otherwise known as PL100 -
Type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Announced 2010-01-06 2010-01-07
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.08 x 4.56mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 27.7mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 3200 3200
Lowest native ISO 80 100
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focus
AF touch
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
Number of focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 35-105mm (3.0x) 28-112mm (4.0x)
Maximum aperture f/3.0-5.6 f/3.0-5.8
Macro focus distance 10cm 5cm
Crop factor 5.9 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 2.7 inch 2.7 inch
Display resolution 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 8 secs 1 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/1500 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shutter speed - 1.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Change WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 3.40 m 3.00 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro
Hot shoe
Auto exposure 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) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 640x480
Video format Motion JPEG 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
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 177 grams (0.39 pounds) 137 grams (0.30 pounds)
Physical dimensions 99 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") 95 x 55 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7")
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
Battery model - NP-BN1
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) Yes (2 sec or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, SD/SDHC Internal SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / Pro HG-Duo, Internal
Storage slots One One
Retail price $180 $150