Samsung TL205 vs Sony W530
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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-W530 front Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W530 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W530/Sony-W530-front.jpg)
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Samsung TL205 vs Sony W530 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
- Alternative Name is PL100
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-104mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
- 113g - 93 x 53 x 19mm
- Launched January 2011
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Samsung TL205 vs Sony W530 Overview
Lets examine more closely at the Samsung TL205 and Sony W530, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the TL205 (12MP) and the W530 (14MP) is pretty well matched and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
![](https://pxlmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/photography-glossary-218x150.jpg)
The TL205 was unveiled 12 months earlier than the W530 and they are of a similar generation. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before going through a thorough comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the TL205 grades against the W530 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Samsung TL205 vs Sony W530 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung TL205 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W530. The full galleries are available at Samsung TL205 Gallery and Sony W530 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung TL205 over the Sony W530
TL205 | W530 |
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Reasons to pick Sony W530 over the Samsung TL205
W530 | TL205 | |||
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Launched | January 2011 | ![]() | January 2010 | Newer by 12 months |
Common features in the Samsung TL205 and Sony W530
TL205 | W530 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equivalent screen size |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither has Touch screen |
Samsung TL205 vs Sony W530 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera often, you will want to take into account its weight and proportions. The Samsung TL205 has 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) and the Sony W530 has measurements of 93mm x 53mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).
Take a look at the Samsung TL205 and Sony W530 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the TL205 against the W530.
![Samsung TL205 vs Sony W530 size comparison Samsung TL205 vs Sony W530 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Samsung-TL205-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W530-size-comparison.jpg)
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the TL205 and W530 is 94 and 96 respectively.
![Samsung TL205 vs Sony W530 top view buttons comparison Samsung TL205 vs Sony W530 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Samsung-TL205-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W530-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Samsung TL205 vs Sony W530 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very hard to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions merely by checking technical specs. The pic below should provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the TL205 and W530.
As you have seen, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should expect the Sony W530 to give more detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more aged TL205 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
![Samsung TL205 vs Sony W530 sensor size comparison Samsung TL205 vs Sony W530 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Samsung-TL205-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W530-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Samsung TL205 vs Sony W530 Screen and ViewFinder
![Samsung TL205 vs Sony W530 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Samsung TL205 vs Sony W530 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Samsung-TL205-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W530-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 W530 Specifications
Samsung TL205 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W530 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung TL205 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W530 |
Alternative name | PL100 | - |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2010-01-06 | 2011-01-06 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | 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 | 12MP | 14MP |
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 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 26-104mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.0-5.6 | f/2.7-5.7 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | - | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 2s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1500s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.40 m | 3.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
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) | 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 177 grams (0.39 lbs) | 113 grams (0.25 lbs) |
Dimensions | 99 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 93 x 53 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" 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 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, SD/SDHC Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $180 | $269 |