Samsung TL205 vs Sony WX220

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").

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The 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.

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.

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).

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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.

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.