Samsung TL220 vs Samsung TL500

The following is a detailed review of the Samsung TL220 vs Samsung TL500, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both of them are sold by Samsung. The sensor resolution of the TL220 (12MP) and the TL500 (10MP) is pretty well matched but the TL220 (1/2.3") and TL500 (1/1.7") boast different sensor dimensions.

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The TL220 was revealed 11 months earlier than the TL500 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short introduction of how the TL220 matches up against the TL500 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung TL220 and Samsung TL500. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung TL220 Gallery and Samsung TL500 Gallery.

In case you're going to travel with your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and dimensions. The Samsung TL220 features external dimensions of 100mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") with a weight of 169 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Samsung TL500 has dimensions of 114mm x 63mm x 29mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.1") with a weight of 386 grams (0.85 lbs).

Check the Samsung TL220 vs Samsung TL500 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the TL220 against the TL500.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the TL220 and TL500 is 95 and 88 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions only by reading through specifications. The pic underneath may give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the TL220 and TL500.

Plainly, both of the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The TL220 using its tinier sensor is going to make shooting bokeh harder and the Samsung TL220 will give you greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged TL220 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.