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Samsung TL210 vs Sony W350

Portability
94
Imaging
35
Features
27
Overall
31
Samsung TL210 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W350 front
Portability
97
Imaging
37
Features
25
Overall
32

Samsung TL210 vs Sony W350 Key Specs

Samsung TL210
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 27-135mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
  • 177g - 99 x 59 x 20mm
  • Launched January 2010
  • Alternative Name is PL150
Sony W350
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-105mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
  • 117g - 91 x 52 x 17mm
  • Released January 2010
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Samsung TL210 vs Sony W350 Overview

Following is a detailed assessment of the Samsung TL210 and Sony W350, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the TL210 (12MP) and the W350 (14MP) is fairly similar and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The TL210 was introduced at a similar time to the W350 which means that they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before we go through a thorough comparison, below is a concise overview of how the TL210 grades versus the W350 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Samsung TL210 over the Sony W350

 TL210 W350 
Display sizing3.5"2.7"Larger display (+0.8")

Reasons to pick Sony W350 over the Samsung TL210

 W350 TL210 

Common features in the Samsung TL210 and Sony W350

 TL210 W350 
ReleasedJanuary 2010January 2010Similar age
Manual focus No manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kThe same display resolution
Selfie screen Neither contains selfie screen
Touch friendly display No Touch friendly display

Samsung TL210 vs Sony W350 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera, you will want to consider its weight and size. The Samsung TL210 has got external measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Sony W350 has specifications of 91mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") having a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the TL210 versus the W350.

Samsung TL210 vs Sony W350 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TL210 and W350 is 94 and 97 respectively.

Samsung TL210 vs Sony W350 top view buttons comparison

Samsung TL210 vs Sony W350 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it's difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizes only by going over specs. The pic below will give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the TL210 and W350.

All in all, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Sony W350 to deliver more detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos a little more aggressively.

Samsung TL210 vs Sony W350 sensor size comparison

Samsung TL210 vs Sony W350 Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung TL210 vs Sony W350 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung TL210 Portrait photography advice
Sony W350 Portrait photography advice
21
focusing manually not possible
manual exposure not possible
cannot use external flash
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
28
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
manual mode not available
no external flash support
small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Samsung TL210
Street photography with Sony W350
59
built in image stabilization (Optical)
supports focus by touch
no articulating screen
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
heavier than others (177g)
58
has image stabilization (Optical)
no moving screen
small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Samsung TL210 Sports photography factors
Sony W350 Sports photography factors
27
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lack of shutter priority mode
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect auto focus
35
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
max fps very slow (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority
small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Samsung TL210 Travel photography details
Sony W350 Travel photography details
59
supports focus by touch
has built in flash
reasonably wide (27mm)
missing Time Lapse mode
heavier than others (177g)
low resolution sensor (12MP)
does not contain selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
66
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
built-in flash
really wide (26mm)
does not have Timelapse function
screen isn't selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f2.7)
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Landscape Comparison

Samsung TL210 Landscape photography features
Sony W350 Landscape photography features
37
reasonably wide (27mm)
screen larger than average (3.5 inches)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
manual exposure not possible
low resolution sensor (12MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
missing Time Lapse mode
38
really wide (26mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f2.7)
screen is somewhat small (2.7")
manual mode not available
small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
does not have Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung TL210 as a Vlogging camera
Sony W350 as a Vlogging camera
28
reasonably wide (27mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
does not contain selfie friendly screen
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing external mic port
heavier than others (177g)
29
really wide (26mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
slow maximum aperture (f2.7)
screen isn't selfie friendly
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have microphone socket
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Samsung TL210 vs Sony W350 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung TL210 and Sony W350
 Samsung TL210Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W350
General Information
Manufacturer Samsung Sony
Model Samsung TL210 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W350
Also referred to as PL150 -
Category Ultracompact Ultracompact
Launched 2010-01-06 2010-01-07
Physical type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip - Bionz
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.08 x 4.56mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 27.7mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Full resolution 4000 x 3000 4320 x 3240
Max native ISO 3200 3200
Min native ISO 80 80
RAW support
Autofocusing
Manual focus
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
AF tracking
Selective AF
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Number of focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 27-135mm (5.0x) 26-105mm (4.0x)
Maximum aperture f/3.5-5.9 f/2.7-5.7
Macro focus range 5cm 10cm
Focal length multiplier 5.9 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3.5 inches 2.7 inches
Screen resolution 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 8s 2s
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000s 1/1600s
Continuous shooting rate - 1.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Set WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 3.40 m 3.80 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
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) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video data format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
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 proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 177 grams (0.39 lbs) 117 grams (0.26 lbs)
Dimensions 99 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") 91 x 52 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery model SLB-07B NP-BN1
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) Yes (2 sec or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage type MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro HG-Duo, Internal
Card slots One One
Price at launch $230 $200