Samsung TL210 vs Sony W230

Here is a comprehensive overview of the Samsung TL210 and Sony W230, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the TL210 (12MP) and the W230 (12MP) is pretty similar and they feature the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The TL210 was announced 11 months later than the W230 so they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung TL210 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony W230 being a Compact camera.

Before delving through a more detailed comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the TL210 grades vs the W230 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung TL210 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung TL210 Gallery & Sony W230 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and proportions. The Samsung TL210 offers physical dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Sony W230 has measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the TL210 versus the W230.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TL210 and W230 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Typically, it can be hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizing just by reviewing technical specs. The graphic underneath will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the TL210 and W230.

As you can tell, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same MP so you can expect similar quality of photographs but you need to factor the age of the products into consideration. The newer TL210 provides an advantage in sensor innovation.