Samsung TL220 vs Sony TX66

Here is a in depth overview of the Samsung TL220 vs Sony TX66, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Samsung and Sony. There exists a crucial gap between the image resolutions of the TL220 (12MP) and TX66 (18MP) but both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The TL220 was introduced 3 years earlier than the TX66 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Samsung TL220 being a Compact camera and the Sony TX66 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go right into a thorough comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the TL220 grades versus the TX66 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung TL220 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX66. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung TL220 Gallery and Sony TX66 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Samsung TL220 offers outer dimensions of 100mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") with a weight of 169 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Sony TX66 has specifications of 93mm x 54mm x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") having a weight of 109 grams (0.24 lbs).

Examine the Samsung TL220 vs Sony TX66 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use at the time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the TL220 and the TX66.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TL220 and TX66 is 95 and 97 respectively.

Normally, it's tough to see the difference between sensor sizing just by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph here will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the TL220 and TX66.

Clearly, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Sony TX66 to offer more detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures more aggressively. The older TL220 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.