Clicky

Samsung TL220 vs Sony S930

Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
27
Overall
31
Samsung TL220 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930 front
Portability
94
Imaging
33
Features
17
Overall
26

Samsung TL220 vs Sony S930 Key Specs

Samsung TL220
(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
  • Announced August 2009
  • Also referred to as ST500
Sony S930
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.4" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 320 x 240 video
  • 38-108mm (F2.9-5.4) lens
  • 167g - 90 x 61 x 26mm
  • Revealed January 2009
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music video

Samsung TL220 vs Sony S930 Overview

Its time to take a closer look at the Samsung TL220 and Sony S930, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the TL220 (12MP) and the S930 (10MP) is pretty similar and both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next month

The TL220 was introduced 8 months after the S930 so they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple view of how the TL220 matches up vs the S930 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or ban
	
	

Reasons to pick Samsung TL220 over the Sony S930

 TL220 S930 
RevealedAugust 2009January 2009More modern by 8 months
Screen size3"2.4"Bigger screen (+0.6")
Screen resolution230k112kClearer screen (+118k dot)
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Reasons to pick Sony S930 over the Samsung TL220

 S930 TL220 
Manually focus Dial accurate focus

Common features in the Samsung TL220 and Sony S930

 TL220 S930 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen

Samsung TL220 vs Sony S930 Physical Comparison

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and dimensions. The Samsung TL220 offers outside measurements 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 S930 has dimensions of 90mm x 61mm x 26mm (3.5" x 2.4" x 1.0") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Analyze the Samsung TL220 and Sony S930 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the TL220 against the S930.

Samsung TL220 vs Sony S930 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TL220 and S930 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Samsung TL220 vs Sony S930 top view buttons comparison

Samsung TL220 vs Sony S930 Sensor Comparison

Typically, it's hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reviewing specifications. The picture underneath will provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the TL220 and S930.

Plainly, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can expect the Samsung TL220 to deliver extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The younger TL220 provides an edge in sensor technology.

Samsung TL220 vs Sony S930 sensor size comparison

Samsung TL220 vs Sony S930 Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung TL220 vs Sony S930 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firms

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung TL220 Portrait photography highlights
Sony S930 Portrait photography highlights
21
focusing manually not possible
manual mode not available
cannot use external flash
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
26
you can focus manually
lack of manual mode
can't use external flash
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a Landslide

Street Comparison

Samsung TL220 Street photography advice
Sony S930 Street photography advice
62
built in image stabilization (Optical)
supports focus via touch
screen does not articulate
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
56
has image stabilization (Optical)
screen does not articulate
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhone

Sports Comparison

Samsung TL220 Sports photography information
Sony S930 Sports photography information
27
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lack of shutter priority mode
megapixel count low (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
24
has image stabilization (Optical)
low frames per second (2.0 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor resolution low (10MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
Photography Glossary

Travel Comparison

Samsung TL220 as a Travel photography camera
Sony S930 as a Travel photography camera
62
supports focus via touch
flash built-in
relatively wide (27mm)
missing Timelapse mode
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
display is not selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
50
built-in flash
missing Time Lapse mode
sensor resolution low (10MP)
does not contain selfie friendly screen
wide angle not good (38mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.9)
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD Cards

Landscape Comparison

Samsung TL220 Landscape photography information
Sony S930 Landscape photography information
37
relatively wide (27mm)
screen size is good (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
manual mode not available
megapixel count low (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
missing Timelapse mode
31
you can focus manually
has image stabilization (Optical)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (38mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.9)
tiny screen (2.4 inches)
lack of manual mode
sensor resolution low (10MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
missing Time Lapse mode
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modes

Vlogging Comparison

Samsung TL220 Vlogging info
Sony S930 Vlogging info
31
relatively wide (27mm)
touchscreen capability
built in image stabilization (Optical)
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
display is not selfie friendly
low quality video (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing microphone support
25
has image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not good (38mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.9)
does not contain selfie friendly screen
low video resolution (320 x 240 pxls)
missing external mic jack
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created Images

Samsung TL220 vs Sony S930 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung TL220 and Sony S930
 Samsung TL220Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930
General Information
Brand Name Samsung Sony
Model Samsung TL220 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930
Also Known as ST500 -
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Announced 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 dimensions 6.08 x 4.56mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface 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
Highest Possible resolution 4000 x 3000 3648 x 2736
Maximum native ISO 3200 3200
Min native ISO 80 100
RAW data
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
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 27-124mm (4.6x) 38-108mm (2.8x)
Largest aperture f/3.5-5.9 f/2.9-5.4
Macro focus range 5cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.9 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3 inch 2.4 inch
Resolution of screen 230 thousand dot 112 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 8s 1/8s
Max shutter speed 1/2000s 1/2000s
Continuous shutter speed - 2.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 3.40 m 3.00 m (Auto ISO)
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync, Manual Auto, Forced Flash, Slow Syncro, No Flash
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 320x240
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) none
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 169g (0.37 pounds) 167g (0.37 pounds)
Physical dimensions 100 x 60 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") 90 x 61 x 26mm (3.5" x 2.4" x 1.0")
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 2 x AA
Self timer Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, internal Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / PRo-HG Duo, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Pricing at release $90 $219