Samsung TL210 vs Sony TX200V

Here is a complete overview of the Samsung TL210 vs Sony TX200V, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There is a noticeable difference between the resolutions of the TL210 (12MP) and TX200V (18MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The TL210 was announced 3 years prior to the TX200V and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving right into a in depth comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the TL210 matches up against the TX200V for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung TL210 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX200V. The whole galleries are available at Samsung TL210 Gallery & Sony TX200V Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and size. The Samsung TL210 comes with outside measurements 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 TX200V has specifications of 96mm x 58mm x 16mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") having a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have at the time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the TL210 compared to the TX200V.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the TL210 and TX200V is 94 and 96 respectively.

Often, it is tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing merely by checking a spec sheet. The visual here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the TL210 and TX200V.

Clearly, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You can expect to see the Sony TX200V to resolve more detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos more aggressively. The older TL210 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.