Samsung TL225 vs Sony NEX-3
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Samsung TL225 vs Sony NEX-3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-124mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 187g - 100 x 60 x 19mm
- Announced August 2009
- Additionally Known as ST550
(Full Review)
- 14MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 12800
- 1280 x 720 video
- Sony E Mount
- 297g - 117 x 62 x 33mm
- Revealed June 2010
- New Model is Sony NEX-C3

Samsung TL225 vs Sony NEX-3 Overview
Here, we are matching up the Samsung TL225 versus Sony NEX-3, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the TL225 (12MP) and the NEX-3 (14MP) is fairly similar but the TL225 (1/2.3") and NEX-3 (APS-C) boast totally different sensor sizing.

The TL225 was released 9 months earlier than the NEX-3 so they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Samsung TL225 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony NEX-3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short summary of how the TL225 grades vs the NEX-3 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Samsung TL225 vs Sony NEX-3 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung TL225 and Sony Alpha NEX-3. The complete galleries are available at Samsung TL225 Gallery and Sony NEX-3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung TL225 over the Sony NEX-3
TL225 | NEX-3 | |||
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Display size | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 1152k | ![]() | 920k | Sharper display (+232k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony NEX-3 over the Samsung TL225
NEX-3 | TL225 | |||
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Revealed | June 2010 | ![]() | August 2009 | More modern by 9 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | More precise focusing | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Common features in the Samsung TL225 and Sony NEX-3
TL225 | NEX-3 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen |
Samsung TL225 vs Sony NEX-3 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Samsung TL225 features outside measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 187 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Sony NEX-3 has proportions of 117mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 297 grams (0.65 lbs).
Examine the Samsung TL225 versus Sony NEX-3 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the TL225 vs the NEX-3.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TL225 and NEX-3 is 94 and 89 respectively.

Samsung TL225 vs Sony NEX-3 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizes simply by reviewing specifications. The picture below should give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the TL225 and NEX-3.
Plainly, both of the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The TL225 featuring a tinier sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field trickier and the Sony NEX-3 will offer you greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images way more aggressively. The more aged TL225 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.

Samsung TL225 vs Sony NEX-3 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung TL225 vs Sony NEX-3 Specifications
Samsung TL225 | Sony Alpha NEX-3 | |
---|---|---|
General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung TL225 | Sony Alpha NEX-3 |
Also referred to as | ST550 | - |
Type | Ultracompact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2009-08-13 | 2010-06-07 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4592 x 3056 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 200 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Sony E |
Lens zoom range | 27-124mm (4.6x) | - |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | - |
Total lenses | - | 121 |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display size | 3.5 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 1,152 thousand dots | 920 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | - | TFT Xtra Fine LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 7.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.40 m | 12.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync, Manual | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | - | 1/160 secs |
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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
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 | 187 gr (0.41 lbs) | 297 gr (0.65 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 100 x 60 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") | 117 x 62 x 33mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 68 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.1 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.0 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 830 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 330 photographs |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | SLB-07A | NPFW50 |
Self timer | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $488 | $0 |