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Samsung TL210 vs Sony W530

Portability
94
Imaging
35
Features
27
Overall
31
Samsung TL210 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W530 front
Portability
96
Imaging
37
Features
21
Overall
30

Samsung TL210 vs Sony W530 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
  • Also referred to as PL150
Sony W530
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 26-104mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
  • 113g - 93 x 53 x 19mm
  • Released January 2011
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Samsung TL210 vs Sony W530 Overview

On this page, we are looking at the Samsung TL210 vs Sony W530, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the TL210 (12MP) and the W530 (14MP) is very comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The TL210 was manufactured 12 months before the W530 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before diving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the TL210 matches up against the W530 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Samsung TL210 over the Sony W530

 TL210 W530 
Display dimensions3.5"2.7"Larger display (+0.8")

Reasons to pick Sony W530 over the Samsung TL210

 W530 TL210 
ReleasedJanuary 2011January 2010Fresher by 12 months

Common features in the Samsung TL210 and Sony W530

 TL210 W530 
Manual focus No manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kEqual display resolution
Selfie screen Neither offers selfie screen
Touch display Neither offers Touch display

Samsung TL210 vs Sony W530 Physical Comparison

In case you're looking to carry your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and volume. The Samsung TL210 offers physical measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Sony W530 has sizing of 93mm x 53mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") along with a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).

Examine the Samsung TL210 vs Sony W530 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the TL210 vs the W530.

Samsung TL210 vs Sony W530 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the TL210 and W530 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Samsung TL210 vs Sony W530 top view buttons comparison

Samsung TL210 vs Sony W530 Sensor Comparison

Often, it can be tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizing just by seeing specifications. The visual underneath should give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the TL210 and W530.

Plainly, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Sony W530 to produce extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The older TL210 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

Samsung TL210 vs Sony W530 sensor size comparison

Samsung TL210 vs Sony W530 Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung TL210 vs Sony W530 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung TL210 Portrait photography details
Sony W530 Portrait photography details
21
manual focus not available
no manual exposure
no external flash support
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
28
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
manual exposure not available
external flash not possible
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Street Comparison

Samsung TL210 as a Street photography camera
Sony W530 as a Street photography camera
59
has image stabilization (Optical)
includes focus by touch
no articulating screen
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
more heavy than average (177g)
48
screen is fixed
lack of image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Samsung TL210 Sports photography features
Sony W530 Sports photography features
27
has image stabilization (Optical)
no shutter priority
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
26
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
painfully slow continuous shooting (1.0 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Samsung TL210 Travel photography features
Sony W530 Travel photography features
59
includes focus by touch
flash built-in
relatively wide (27mm)
doesn't have Timelapse mode
more heavy than average (177g)
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
doesn't posses selfie friendly display
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
65
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
pretty wide (26mm)
no Timelapse recording
screen isn't selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f2.7)
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Landscape Comparison

Samsung TL210 Landscape photography highlights
Sony W530 Landscape photography highlights
37
relatively wide (27mm)
bigger than average screen (3.5 inch)
has image stabilization (Optical)
manual focus not available
can't switch lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
no manual exposure
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
doesn't have Timelapse mode
33
pretty wide (26mm)
MP count decent (14MP)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f2.7)
screen is small (2.7")
manual exposure not available
lack of image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
no Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung TL210 Vlogging features
Sony W530 Vlogging features
28
relatively wide (27mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
doesn't posses selfie friendly display
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pixels)
doesn't have microphone support
more heavy than average (177g)
26
pretty wide (26mm)
slow max aperture (f2.7)
screen isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
video res low (640 x 480 pxls)
no microphone jack
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Samsung TL210 vs Sony W530 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung TL210 and Sony W530
 Samsung TL210Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W530
General Information
Manufacturer Samsung Sony
Model Samsung TL210 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W530
Also referred to as PL150 -
Class Ultracompact Ultracompact
Launched 2010-01-06 2011-01-06
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Processor - 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 12MP 14MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4000 x 3000 4320 x 3240
Maximum native ISO 3200 3200
Min native ISO 80 80
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Number of focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 27-135mm (5.0x) 26-104mm (4.0x)
Largest aperture f/3.5-5.9 f/2.7-5.7
Macro focus distance 5cm 5cm
Crop factor 5.9 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3.5 inches 2.7 inches
Screen resolution 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Screen tech - Clear Photo LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 8 secs 2 secs
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/1600 secs
Continuous shooting speed - 1.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 3.40 m 3.50 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 640x480
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 177 grams (0.39 pounds) 113 grams (0.25 pounds)
Physical dimensions 99 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") 93 x 53 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" 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 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2)
Time lapse feature
Storage media MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo
Storage slots One One
Launch price $230 $269