Samsung TL205 vs Sony W350
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![Samsung TL205 front Samsung TL205 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Samsung-TL205/Samsung-TL205-front.jpg)
![Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W350 front Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W350 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W350.jpg)
97 Imaging
37 Features
25 Overall
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Samsung TL205 vs Sony W350 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
- Also Known as PL100
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-105mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
- 117g - 91 x 52 x 17mm
- Launched January 2010
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Samsung TL205 vs Sony W350 Overview
Below is a extensive assessment of the Samsung TL205 vs Sony W350, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the TL205 (12MP) and the W350 (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
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The TL205 was launched within a month of the W350 and they are both of a similar age. The two cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before getting into a in depth comparison, here is a simple overview of how the TL205 matches up vs the W350 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Samsung TL205 vs Sony W350 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung TL205 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W350. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung TL205 Gallery & Sony W350 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung TL205 over the Sony W350
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Reasons to pick Sony W350 over the Samsung TL205
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Common features in the Samsung TL205 and Sony W350
TL205 | W350 | |||
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Launched | January 2010 | ![]() | January 2010 | Same age |
Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equal screen sizing |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly screen |
Samsung TL205 vs Sony W350 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Samsung TL205 has physical 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 W350 has measurements of 91mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") along with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).
Analyze the Samsung TL205 vs Sony W350 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the TL205 vs the W350.
![Samsung TL205 vs Sony W350 size comparison Samsung TL205 vs Sony W350 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Samsung-TL205-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W350-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TL205 and W350 is 94 and 97 respectively.
![Samsung TL205 vs Sony W350 top view buttons comparison Samsung TL205 vs Sony W350 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Samsung-TL205-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W350-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Samsung TL205 vs Sony W350 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be hard to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements just by viewing a spec sheet. The visual below will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the TL205 and W350.
Clearly, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You can count on the Sony W350 to result in more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures a bit more aggressively.
![Samsung TL205 vs Sony W350 sensor size comparison Samsung TL205 vs Sony W350 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Samsung-TL205-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W350-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Samsung TL205 vs Sony W350 Screen and ViewFinder
![Samsung TL205 vs Sony W350 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Samsung TL205 vs Sony W350 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Samsung-TL205-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W350-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Samsung TL205 vs Sony W350 Specifications
Samsung TL205 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W350 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung TL205 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W350 |
Alternate name | PL100 | - |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2010-01-06 | 2010-01-07 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Bionz |
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 surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
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) | 26-105mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.0-5.6 | f/2.7-5.7 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 2 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1500 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.40 m | 3.80 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 pounds) | 117g (0.26 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 91 x 52 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | ||
Battery ID | - | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, SD/SDHC Internal | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $180 | $200 |