Samsung TL225 vs Samsung WB30F

On this page, we will be analyzing the Samsung TL225 and Samsung WB30F, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are designed by Samsung. There is a crucial difference among the image resolutions of the TL225 (12MP) and WB30F (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The TL225 was manufactured 4 years prior to the WB30F which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Samsung TL225 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung WB30F being a Compact camera.

Before getting into a in depth comparison, here is a short highlight of how the TL225 scores against the WB30F in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung TL225 and Samsung WB30F. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung TL225 Gallery and Samsung WB30F Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Samsung TL225 provides external dimensions of 100mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") along with a weight of 187 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Samsung WB30F has measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).

Examine the Samsung TL225 and Samsung WB30F in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose during that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the TL225 and the WB30F.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the TL225 and WB30F is 94 and 96 respectively.

Often, its tough to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions merely by viewing technical specs. The pic underneath may give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the TL225 and WB30F.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Samsung WB30F to provide you with greater detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more aged TL225 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.