Samsung TL220 vs Sony S980
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34 Features
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Samsung TL220 vs Sony S980 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
- Released August 2009
- Alternative Name is ST500
(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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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").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe 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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This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung TL220 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung TL220 Gallery and Sony S980 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung TL220 over the Sony S980
| TL220 | S980 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display dimension | 3" | 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 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | August 2009 | February 2009 | Same generation | |
| Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
| Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Same 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.
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.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the TL220 and S980 is 95 and 94 respectively.
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.
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Samsung TL220 vs Sony S980 Specifications
| Samsung TL220 | Sony 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 |