Samsung TL220 vs Samsung WB800F

Its time to look more closely at the Samsung TL220 vs Samsung WB800F, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are sold by Samsung. There is a huge difference among the sensor resolutions of the TL220 (12MP) and WB800F (16MP) but they possess the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The TL220 was revealed 4 years earlier than the WB800F and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the TL220 scores against the WB800F with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung TL220 and Samsung WB800F. The full galleries are provided at Samsung TL220 Gallery and Samsung WB800F Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and proportions. The Samsung TL220 features external measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 169 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Samsung WB800F has measurements of 111mm x 65mm x 22mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 0.9") along with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).

Check out the Samsung TL220 vs Samsung WB800F in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the TL220 vs the WB800F.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the TL220 and WB800F is 95 and 92 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to visualize the gap in sensor sizing purely by going through specs. The photograph below may give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the TL220 and WB800F.

All in all, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should expect to see the Samsung WB800F to provide more detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The older TL220 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.