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Samsung TL220 vs Sony T90

Portability
95
Imaging
34
Features
27
Overall
31
Samsung TL220 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90 front
Portability
96
Imaging
34
Features
26
Overall
30

Samsung TL220 vs Sony T90 Key Specs

Samsung TL220
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 27-124mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
  • 169g - 100 x 60 x 19mm
  • Launched August 2009
  • Additionally referred to as ST500
Sony T90
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 35-140mm (F3.5-10.0) lens
  • 148g - 94 x 57 x 15mm
  • Announced February 2009
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Samsung TL220 vs Sony T90 Overview

Below, we are evaluating the Samsung TL220 versus Sony T90, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the TL220 (12MP) and the T90 (12MP) is very comparable and they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The TL220 was introduced 6 months later than the T90 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Samsung TL220 being a Compact camera and the Sony T90 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving through a full comparison, below is a brief view of how the TL220 scores against the T90 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Samsung TL220 over the Sony T90

 TL220 T90 

Reasons to pick Sony T90 over the Samsung TL220

 T90 TL220 
Focus manually More precise focus

Common features in the Samsung TL220 and Sony T90

 TL220 T90 
AnnouncedAugust 2009February 2009Same generation
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display dimension3"3"Identical display size
Display resolution230k230kIdentical display resolution
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Samsung TL220 vs Sony T90 Physical Comparison

For those who are looking to lug around your camera, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Samsung TL220 comes with exterior dimensions of 100mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") having a weight of 169 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Sony T90 has specifications of 94mm x 57mm x 15mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.6") with a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the TL220 compared to the T90.

Samsung TL220 vs Sony T90 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TL220 and T90 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Samsung TL220 vs Sony T90 top view buttons comparison

Samsung TL220 vs Sony T90 Sensor Comparison

Quite often, it is difficult to envision the difference in sensor measurements simply by seeing specs. The graphic underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the TL220 and T90.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of pictures but you should always consider the production date of the cameras into account.

Samsung TL220 vs Sony T90 sensor size comparison

Samsung TL220 vs Sony T90 Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung TL220 vs Sony T90 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung TL220 Portrait photography details
Sony T90 Portrait photography details
20
manual focus not available
manual mode not possible
no external flash support
MP count low (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
27
manual focus
manual exposure not possible
no external flash support
MP count low (12MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Samsung TL220 Street photography highlights
Sony T90 Street photography highlights
62
built in image stabilization (Optical)
supports touch to focus
no moving screen
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
55
has image stabilization (Optical)
no articulating screen
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
heavier than competition in class (148 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Samsung TL220 Sports photography highlights
Sony T90 Sports photography highlights
27
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lack of shutter priority mode
MP count low (12MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
25
has image stabilization (Optical)
slow frames per second (2.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
MP count low (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Samsung TL220 as a Travel photography camera
Sony T90 as a Travel photography camera
61
supports touch to focus
flash built-in
relatively wide (27mm)
lack of Timelapse recording
MP count low (12 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
50
flash built-in
does not have Time Lapse function
heavier than competition in class (148 grams)
MP count low (12 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not good (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Samsung TL220
Landscape photography with Sony T90
36
relatively wide (27mm)
good sized screen (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
manual focus not available
cannot switch lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
manual mode not possible
MP count low (12MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
lack of Timelapse recording
36
manual focus
nice screen size (3")
has image stabilization (Optical)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
manual exposure not possible
MP count low (12MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
does not have Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung TL220 Vlogging details
Sony T90 Vlogging details
30
relatively wide (27mm)
screen is touchscreen
built in image stabilization (Optical)
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
display isn't selfie friendly
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pxls)
lack of microphone jack
27
built-in touchscreen
has image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not good (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
display isn't selfie friendly
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have external mic socket
heavier than competition in class (148 grams)
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Samsung TL220 vs Sony T90 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung TL220 and Sony T90
 Samsung TL220Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90
General Information
Manufacturer Samsung Sony
Model Samsung TL220 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90
Also referred to as ST500 -
Class Small Sensor Compact Ultracompact
Launched 2009-08-13 2009-02-17
Physical type Compact Ultracompact
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 12 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 3200 3200
Minimum native ISO 80 80
RAW support
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch to focus
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Number of focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 27-124mm (4.6x) 35-140mm (4.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.5-5.9 f/3.5-10.0
Macro focus distance 5cm -
Crop factor 5.9 5.8
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 3 inches 3 inches
Display resolution 230 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 8s 1s
Highest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/1600s
Continuous shooting rate - 2.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 3.40 m 2.90 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
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported 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)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video data 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
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 169g (0.37 lb) 148g (0.33 lb)
Dimensions 100 x 60 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") 94 x 57 x 15mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.6")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 feature
Storage type MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, internal Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal
Card slots Single Single
Retail price $90 $259