Samsung TL225 vs Sony HX90V

Below is a thorough comparison of the Samsung TL225 versus Sony HX90V, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Samsung and Sony. There is a big difference between the resolutions of the TL225 (12MP) and HX90V (18MP) but they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The TL225 was announced 6 years before the HX90V and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung TL225 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony HX90V being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a in depth comparison, below is a short overview of how the TL225 matches up vs the HX90V when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung TL225 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V. The whole galleries are available at Samsung TL225 Gallery and Sony HX90V Gallery.

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The Samsung TL225 provides external dimensions of 100mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") having a weight of 187 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Sony HX90V has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Examine the Samsung TL225 versus Sony HX90V in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the TL225 vs the HX90V.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the TL225 and HX90V is 94 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to visualise the difference between sensor measurements just by looking at specs. The visual below might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the TL225 and HX90V.

All in all, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Sony HX90V to give you greater detail with its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images much more aggressively. The older TL225 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.