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Samsung TL220 vs Sony S980

Portability
95
Imaging
34
Features
27
Overall
31
Samsung TL220 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980 front
Portability
94
Imaging
34
Features
17
Overall
27

Samsung TL220 vs Sony S980 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
  • Released August 2009
  • Alternative Name is ST500
Sony S980
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 33-132mm (F3.3-5.2) lens
  • 167g - 93 x 56 x 24mm
  • Launched February 2009
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Samsung TL220 vs Sony S980 Overview

Lets examine more in depth at the Samsung TL220 vs Sony S980, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the TL220 (12MP) and the S980 (12MP) is fairly close and they use the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The TL220 was launched 6 months after the S980 so they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a in-depth comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the TL220 grades against the S980 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Samsung TL220 over the Sony S980

 TL220 S980 
Display dimension3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Sony S980 over the Samsung TL220

 S980 TL220 
Manual focus Very precise focusing

Common features in the Samsung TL220 and Sony S980

 TL220 S980 
LaunchedAugust 2009February 2009Same generation
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kSame display resolution
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen

Samsung TL220 vs Sony S980 Physical Comparison

If you are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and proportions. The Samsung TL220 enjoys physical 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 S980 has measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung TL220 vs Sony S980 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

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 measurement comparison of the TL220 against the S980.

Samsung TL220 vs Sony S980 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the TL220 and S980 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Samsung TL220 vs Sony S980 top view buttons comparison

Samsung TL220 vs Sony S980 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it can be hard to picture the gap in sensor dimensions simply by looking through specs. The picture below will offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the TL220 and S980.

All in all, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact MP so you should expect comparable quality of images though you really should take the production date of the cameras into account.

Samsung TL220 vs Sony S980 sensor size comparison

Samsung TL220 vs Sony S980 Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung TL220 vs Sony S980 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung TL220 Portrait photography information
Sony S980 Portrait photography information
20
lack of manual focus
manual exposure not possible
no external flash support
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
27
you can focus manually
lack of manual mode
cannot use external flash
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Street Comparison

Samsung TL220 as a Street photography camera
Sony S980 as a Street photography camera
62
has image stabilization (Optical)
has focus by touch
no moving screen
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
47
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Samsung TL220 Sports photography info
Sony S980 Sports photography info
27
has image stabilization (Optical)
lack of shutter priority mode
low megapixels (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
17
max frames per second low (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Samsung TL220 Travel photography highlights
Sony S980 Travel photography highlights
61
has focus by touch
has built in flash
fairly wide (27mm)
lack of Timelapse recording
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
does not have selfie friendly display
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
51
flash built-in
no Time Lapse mode
sensor resolution low (12MP)
doesn't posses selfie friendly screen
wide angle not the best (33mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Samsung TL220 Landscape photography factors
Sony S980 Landscape photography factors
36
fairly wide (27mm)
good sized screen (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Optical)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
manual exposure not possible
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
lack of Timelapse recording
27
you can focus manually
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (33mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inch)
lack of manual mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
no Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Samsung TL220
Vlogging with Sony S980
30
fairly wide (27mm)
touchscreen enabled
has image stabilization (Optical)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
does not have selfie friendly display
low res video (1280 x 720 resolution)
lack of microphone port
22
wide angle not the best (33mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
doesn't posses selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
no external mic socket
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Samsung TL220 vs Sony S980 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung TL220 and Sony S980
 Samsung TL220Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980
General Information
Brand Samsung Sony
Model type Samsung TL220 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980
Also called as ST500 -
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Released 2009-08-13 2009-02-17
Physical type 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 area 27.7mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12MP 12MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO 3200 3200
Minimum native ISO 80 80
RAW images
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Total focus points - 9
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 27-124mm (4.6x) 33-132mm (4.0x)
Max aperture f/3.5-5.9 f/3.3-5.2
Macro focusing range 5cm 10cm
Focal length multiplier 5.9 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3 inch 2.7 inch
Resolution of screen 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 8s 2s
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000s 1/1600s
Continuous shooting rate - 1.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 3.40 m 3.50 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync, Manual Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 169g (0.37 lb) 167g (0.37 lb)
Dimensions 100 x 60 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") 93 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery ID SLB-07A -
Self timer Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, internal Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal
Card slots 1 1
Launch cost $90 $300