Samsung TL205 vs Sony W510
94 Imaging
35 Features
17 Overall
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96 Imaging
35 Features
17 Overall
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Samsung TL205 vs Sony W510 Key Specs
(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
- Introduced January 2010
- Other Name is PL100
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-104mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 119g - 96 x 54 x 20mm
- Released January 2011
Samsung TL205 vs Sony W510 Overview
Below, we will be contrasting the Samsung TL205 and Sony W510, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the TL205 (12MP) and the W510 (12MP) is pretty similar and they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe TL205 was launched 12 months earlier than the W510 so they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before diving in to a in depth comparison, below is a short summary of how the TL205 matches up versus the W510 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Samsung TL205 vs Sony W510 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung TL205 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510. The complete galleries are available at Samsung TL205 Gallery and Sony W510 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung TL205 over the Sony W510
TL205 | W510 |
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Reasons to pick Sony W510 over the Samsung TL205
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Released | January 2011 | January 2010 | Newer by 12 months |
Common features in the Samsung TL205 and Sony W510
TL205 | W510 | |||
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Manually focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimension | 2.7" | 2.7" | Identical screen size | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither includes Touch friendly screen |
Samsung TL205 vs Sony W510 Physical Comparison
If you are going to travel with your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and size. The Samsung TL205 features exterior dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Sony W510 has specifications of 96mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") with a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).
Compare the Samsung TL205 and Sony W510 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use during that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the TL205 and the W510.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the TL205 and W510 is 94 and 96 respectively.
Samsung TL205 vs Sony W510 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very tough to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The picture underneath will provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TL205 and W510.
As you can see, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact MP so you should expect similar quality of photographs though you will want to take the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged TL205 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.
Samsung TL205 vs Sony W510 Screen and ViewFinder
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Samsung TL205 vs Sony W510 Specifications
Samsung TL205 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung TL205 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510 |
Also called | PL100 | - |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2010-01-06 | 2011-01-06 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 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 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
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 mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 26-104mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.0-5.6 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 4cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | - | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8s | 2s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1500s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.40 m | 2.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 177g (0.39 lb) | 119g (0.26 lb) |
Dimensions | 99 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 96 x 54 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") |
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 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, SD/SDHC Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $180 | $99 |