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Samsung TL220 vs Sony W610

Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
27
Overall
31
Samsung TL220 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W610 front
Portability
97
Imaging
38
Features
20
Overall
30

Samsung TL220 vs Sony W610 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
  • Alternate Name is ST500
Sony W610
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 26-105mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
  • 113g - 93 x 52 x 19mm
  • Introduced January 2012
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Samsung TL220 vs Sony W610 Overview

In this article, we are matching up the Samsung TL220 vs Sony W610, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the TL220 (12MP) and the W610 (14MP) is fairly close and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The TL220 was manufactured 3 years earlier than the W610 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief summary of how the TL220 grades versus the W610 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Samsung TL220 over the Sony W610

 TL220 W610 
Display sizing3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Sony W610 over the Samsung TL220

 W610 TL220 
IntroducedJanuary 2012August 2009Fresher by 29 months

Common features in the Samsung TL220 and Sony W610

 TL220 W610 
Focus manually No manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kExact same display resolution
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen

Samsung TL220 vs Sony W610 Physical Comparison

For those who are going to carry your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and measurements. The Samsung TL220 features external dimensions of 100mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") along with a weight of 169 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Sony W610 has proportions of 93mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the TL220 compared to the W610.

Samsung TL220 vs Sony W610 size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the TL220 and W610 is 95 and 97 respectively.

Samsung TL220 vs Sony W610 top view buttons comparison

Samsung TL220 vs Sony W610 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it's tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizing just by looking through a spec sheet. The photograph below will give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the TL220 and W610.

As you can see, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Sony W610 to provide you with more detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics a little more aggressively. The older TL220 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Samsung TL220 vs Sony W610 sensor size comparison

Samsung TL220 vs Sony W610 Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung TL220 vs Sony W610 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Samsung TL220
Portrait photography with Sony W610
21
manual focus not available
no manual control
cannot use external flash
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
29
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
lack of manual exposure
external flash not possible
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Street Comparison

Samsung TL220 Street photography features
Sony W610 Street photography features
62
image stabilization (Optical)
boasts focus via touch
no moving screen
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
56
lighter than average (113 grams)
fixed screen
lack of image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Samsung TL220
Sports photography with Sony W610
27
image stabilization (Optical)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect auto focus
27
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
continuous shooting slow (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Samsung TL220 Travel photography features
Sony W610 Travel photography features
62
boasts focus via touch
has built in flash
fairly wide (27mm)
does not have Time Lapse recording
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
69
lighter than average (113g)
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
really wide (26mm)
missing Timelapse function
does not have selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Samsung TL220 Landscape photography info
Sony W610 Landscape photography info
37
fairly wide (27mm)
pretty good screen size (3 inches)
image stabilization (Optical)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
no manual control
sensor resolution low (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
does not have Time Lapse recording
33
really wide (26mm)
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
lack of manual focus
can't switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
small screen (2.7 inch)
lack of manual exposure
lack of image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
missing Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung TL220 as a Vlogging camera
Sony W610 as a Vlogging camera
31
fairly wide (27mm)
touchscreen
image stabilization (Optical)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
display isn't selfie friendly
video resolution low (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have mic support
28
really wide (26mm)
lighter than average (113g)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
does not have selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
video resolution low (640 x 480 resolution)
missing external microphone port
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Samsung TL220 vs Sony W610 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung TL220 and Sony W610
 Samsung TL220Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W610
General Information
Brand Samsung Sony
Model type Samsung TL220 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W610
Alternate name ST500 -
Class Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Released 2009-08-13 2012-01-10
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by - BIONZ
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.08 x 4.56mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 27.7mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12MP 14MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Max resolution 4000 x 3000 4320 x 3240
Max native ISO 3200 3200
Lowest native ISO 80 80
RAW data
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 27-124mm (4.6x) 26-105mm (4.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.5-5.9 f/2.8-5.9
Macro focusing distance 5cm 4cm
Focal length multiplier 5.9 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 3 inch 2.7 inch
Screen resolution 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Screen tech - Clear Photo TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 8 secs 1 secs
Max shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/1600 secs
Continuous shutter speed - 1.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 3.40 m 3.50 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync, Manual Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance 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) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 640x480
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
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 seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 169 gr (0.37 pounds) 113 gr (0.25 pounds)
Dimensions 100 x 60 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") 93 x 52 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 life - 250 shots
Type of battery - Battery Pack
Battery ID SLB-07A NP-BN
Self timer Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, microSD/micro SDHC, Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo
Storage slots Single Single
Cost at release $90 $200