Samsung TL205 vs Sony ZV-1
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Samsung TL205 vs Sony ZV-1 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
- Revealed January 2010
- Other Name is PL100
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Raise to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-70mm (F1.8-2.8) lens
- 294g - 105 x 60 x 44mm
- Announced May 2020
- Later Model is Sony ZV-1 II

Samsung TL205 vs Sony ZV-1 Overview
In this write-up, we are evaluating the Samsung TL205 vs Sony ZV-1, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Samsung and Sony. There exists a considerable gap between the image resolutions of the TL205 (12MP) and ZV-1 (20MP) and the TL205 (1/2.3") and ZV-1 (1") feature different sensor measurements.

The TL205 was brought out 11 years before the ZV-1 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung TL205 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony ZV-1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the TL205 scores against the ZV-1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Samsung TL205 vs Sony ZV-1 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung TL205 & Sony ZV-1. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung TL205 Gallery & Sony ZV-1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung TL205 over the Sony ZV-1
TL205 | ZV-1 |
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Reasons to pick Sony ZV-1 over the Samsung TL205
ZV-1 | TL205 | |||
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Announced | May 2020 | ![]() | January 2010 | Newer by 126 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+692k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Samsung TL205 and Sony ZV-1
TL205 | ZV-1 |
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Samsung TL205 vs Sony ZV-1 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to travel with your camera often, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Samsung TL205 enjoys exterior dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Sony ZV-1 has proportions of 105mm x 60mm x 44mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).
Examine the Samsung TL205 vs Sony ZV-1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have at that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the TL205 versus the ZV-1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TL205 and ZV-1 is 94 and 88 respectively.

Samsung TL205 vs Sony ZV-1 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing specs. The image underneath might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the TL205 and ZV-1.
All in all, both of the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The TL205 because of its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field tougher and the Sony ZV-1 will offer extra detail having its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged TL205 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

Samsung TL205 vs Sony ZV-1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung TL205 vs Sony ZV-1 Specifications
Samsung TL205 | Sony ZV-1 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung TL205 | Sony ZV-1 |
Other name | PL100 | - |
Category | Ultracompact | Large Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2010-01-06 | 2020-05-27 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 5472 x 3648 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW photos | ||
Min boosted ISO | - | 80 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 315 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 24-70mm (2.9x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.0-5.6 | f/1.8-2.8 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Display size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 922 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1500s | 1/2000s |
Maximum quiet shutter speed | - | 1/32000s |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 24.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.40 m | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, Flash On, Slow Synchro, Rear Sync, Flash Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 60 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 60 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 60 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 60 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 100p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 100p / 60 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 28 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 28 Mbps, AVCHD, MTS, H.264, Dolby Digital1920 x 1080 @ 60i / 24 Mbps, AVCHD, MTS, H.264, Dolby Digital1920 x 1080 @ 60i / 17 Mbps, AVCHD, MTS, H.264, Dolby Digital1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 28 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Microphone 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 177 grams (0.39 lbs) | 294 grams (0.65 lbs) |
Dimensions | 99 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 105 x 60 x 44mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.7") |
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 life | - | 260 photographs |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, SD/SDHC Internal | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $180 | $750 |