Samsung TL210 vs Sony TX7
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Samsung TL210 vs Sony TX7 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-135mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 177g - 99 x 59 x 20mm
- Released January 2010
- Additionally Known as PL150
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.4" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
- 149g - 98 x 60 x 18mm
- Released January 2010

Samsung TL210 vs Sony TX7 Overview
Here, we are reviewing the Samsung TL210 vs Sony TX7, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the TL210 (12MP) and the TX7 (10MP) is very well matched but the TL210 (1/2.3") and TX7 (1/2.4") provide different sensor sizing.

The TL210 was introduced at a similar time to the TX7 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a simple summary of how the TL210 matches up against the TX7 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Samsung TL210 vs Sony TX7 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung TL210 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX7. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung TL210 Gallery and Sony TX7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung TL210 over the Sony TX7
TL210 | TX7 |
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Reasons to pick Sony TX7 over the Samsung TL210
TX7 | TL210 | |||
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Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+691k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Samsung TL210 and Sony TX7
TL210 | TX7 | |||
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Released | January 2010 | ![]() | January 2010 | Similar generation |
Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3.5" | ![]() | 3.5" | Same display measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen |
Samsung TL210 vs Sony TX7 Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Samsung TL210 has got outer measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Sony TX7 has measurements of 98mm x 60mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).
Compare the Samsung TL210 vs Sony TX7 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at that moment. Following is a front view scale comparison of the TL210 vs the TX7.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TL210 and TX7 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Samsung TL210 vs Sony TX7 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizing only by reading through a spec sheet. The graphic below should provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the TL210 and TX7.
As you can see, both of the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The TL210 having a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Samsung TL210 will give greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively.

Samsung TL210 vs Sony TX7 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung TL210 vs Sony TX7 Specifications
Samsung TL210 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX7 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung TL210 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX7 |
Also Known as | PL150 | - |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2010-01-06 | 2010-01-07 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.4" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.104 x 4.578mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3456 x 2592 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 27-135mm (5.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/3.5-4.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3.5" | 3.5" |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8s | 2s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.40 m | 3.80 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB 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) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (60, 30fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 177g (0.39 lbs) | 149g (0.33 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 98 x 60 x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | SLB-07B | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, portrait1/ portrait2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo/ PRO HG-Duo, optional SD, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $230 | $300 |