Samsung TL205 vs Sony WX220
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Samsung TL205 vs Sony WX220 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
- Additionally referred to as PL100
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 121g - 92 x 52 x 22mm
- Launched February 2014
Samsung TL205 vs Sony WX220 Overview
The following is a in depth assessment of the Samsung TL205 versus Sony WX220, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Samsung and Sony. There exists a sizable gap among the sensor resolutions of the TL205 (12MP) and WX220 (18MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe TL205 was launched 5 years earlier than the WX220 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before getting into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief view of how the TL205 matches up against the WX220 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Samsung TL205 vs Sony WX220 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung TL205 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX220. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung TL205 Gallery & Sony WX220 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung TL205 over the Sony WX220
TL205 | WX220 |
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Reasons to pick Sony WX220 over the Samsung TL205
WX220 | TL205 | |||
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Launched | February 2014 | January 2010 | Newer by 49 months | |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung TL205 and Sony WX220
TL205 | WX220 | |||
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Focus manually | Lack of manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch display | No Touch display |
Samsung TL205 vs Sony WX220 Physical Comparison
If you're going to travel with your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and size. The Samsung TL205 comes with physical measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Sony WX220 has specifications of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") having a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).
Contrast the Samsung TL205 versus Sony WX220 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the TL205 and the WX220.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TL205 and WX220 is 94 and 96 respectively.
Samsung TL205 vs Sony WX220 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is tough to envision the gap in sensor dimensions only by seeing technical specs. The image here should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the TL205 and WX220.
As you have seen, both cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Sony WX220 to show greater detail utilizing its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged TL205 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.
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Samsung TL205 vs Sony WX220 Specifications
Samsung TL205 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX220 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung TL205 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX220 |
Also Known as | PL100 | - |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2010-01-06 | 2014-02-12 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
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 | 18MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4896 x 3672 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.0-5.6 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1500s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.40 m | 3.70 m (with Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, on, slow synchro, off, advanced |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB 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) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 177g (0.39 pounds) | 121g (0.27 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 92 x 52 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 life | - | 210 photographs |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, portrait) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, SD/SDHC Internal | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $180 | $198 |