Samsung TL220 vs Sony HX90V

Below is a extended overview of the Samsung TL220 and Sony HX90V, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Samsung and Sony. There exists a huge gap between the sensor resolutions of the TL220 (12MP) and HX90V (18MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The TL220 was manufactured 6 years before the HX90V and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple summation of how the TL220 grades versus the HX90V in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung TL220 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung TL220 Gallery and Sony HX90V Gallery.

If you're going to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Samsung TL220 has got external dimensions of 100mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") and a weight of 169 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Sony HX90V has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") and a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung TL220 and Sony HX90V in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the TL220 against the HX90V.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TL220 and HX90V is 95 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to see the difference between sensor measurements simply by checking a spec sheet. The graphic here will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the TL220 and HX90V.

Clearly, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Sony HX90V to give greater detail due to its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images way more aggressively. The older TL220 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.