Samsung TL220 vs Sony TX7
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Samsung TL220 vs Sony TX7 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
- Introduced August 2009
- Alternate Name is ST500
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.4" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
- 149g - 98 x 60 x 18mm
- Introduced January 2010

Samsung TL220 vs Sony TX7 Overview
Here, we are comparing the Samsung TL220 versus Sony TX7, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the TL220 (12MP) and the TX7 (10MP) is very close but the TL220 (1/2.3") and TX7 (1/2.4") have different sensor sizes.

The TL220 was launched 4 months earlier than the TX7 so they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung TL220 being a Compact camera and the Sony TX7 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short summation of how the TL220 grades against the TX7 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Samsung TL220 vs Sony TX7 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung TL220 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX7. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung TL220 Gallery and Sony TX7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung TL220 over the Sony TX7
TL220 | TX7 |
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Reasons to pick Sony TX7 over the Samsung TL220
TX7 | TL220 | |||
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Display size | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung TL220 and Sony TX7
TL220 | TX7 | |||
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Introduced | August 2009 | ![]() | January 2010 | Same generation |
Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Samsung TL220 vs Sony TX7 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and volume. The Samsung TL220 has got outside measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") with a weight of 169 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Sony TX7 has sizing of 98mm x 60mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") and a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).
Examine the Samsung TL220 versus Sony TX7 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use during that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the TL220 vs the TX7.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the TL220 and TX7 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Samsung TL220 vs Sony TX7 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizes simply by looking through specifications. The picture underneath might give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the TL220 and TX7.
To sum up, both the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The TL220 due to its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Samsung TL220 will provide you with extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos a good deal more aggressively.

Samsung TL220 vs Sony TX7 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung TL220 vs Sony TX7 Specifications
Samsung TL220 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX7 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung TL220 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX7 |
Also referred to as | ST500 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2009-08-13 | 2010-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.4" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.104 x 4.578mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3456 x 2592 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 27-124mm (4.6x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/3.5-4.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3.5 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 2 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.40 m | 3.80 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync, Manual | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (60, 30fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD |
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 169 gr (0.37 lbs) | 149 gr (0.33 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 100 x 60 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") | 98 x 60 x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") |
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 | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, portrait1/ portrait2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo/ PRO HG-Duo, optional SD, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $90 | $300 |