Samsung TL220 vs Sony G3
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Samsung TL220 vs Sony G3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-124mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 169g - 100 x 60 x 19mm
- Introduced August 2009
- Also referred to as ST500
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-10.0) lens
- 185g - 97 x 59 x 22mm
- Launched January 2009

Samsung TL220 vs Sony G3 Overview
Following is a extensive review of the Samsung TL220 and Sony G3, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the TL220 (12MP) and the G3 (10MP) is very comparable and they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The TL220 was launched 8 months after the G3 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a in depth comparison, below is a concise view of how the TL220 scores against the G3 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Samsung TL220 vs Sony G3 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung TL220 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung TL220 Gallery and Sony G3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung TL220 over the Sony G3
TL220 | G3 | |||
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Launched | August 2009 | ![]() | January 2009 | More modern by 8 months |
Reasons to pick Sony G3 over the Samsung TL220
G3 | TL220 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Display dimension | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung TL220 and Sony G3
TL220 | G3 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Samsung TL220 vs Sony G3 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Samsung TL220 offers outside measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") along with a weight of 169 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Sony G3 has proportions of 97mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).
Look at the Samsung TL220 and Sony G3 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the TL220 versus the G3.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the TL220 and G3 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Samsung TL220 vs Sony G3 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes just by seeing specifications. The picture here will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the TL220 and G3.
To sum up, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You should expect to see the Samsung TL220 to show extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The younger TL220 should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.

Samsung TL220 vs Sony G3 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung TL220 vs Sony G3 Specifications
Samsung TL220 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung TL220 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 |
Also referred to as | ST500 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2009-08-13 | 2009-01-08 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 27-124mm (4.6x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/3.5-10.0 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3.5" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 seconds | 1 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.40 m | 4.30 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync, Manual | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
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, 15 fps) | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | 169g (0.37 lb) | 185g (0.41 lb) |
Dimensions | 100 x 60 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") | 97 x 59 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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-07A | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, internal | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $90 | $200 |