Samsung TL225 vs Sony S2100
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93 Imaging
35 Features
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Samsung TL225 vs Sony S2100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-124mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 187g - 100 x 60 x 19mm
- Revealed August 2009
- Other Name is ST550
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 33-105mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 167g - 98 x 61 x 27mm
- Released January 2010
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On this page, we are looking at the Samsung TL225 and Sony S2100, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the TL225 (12MP) and the S2100 (12MP) is very close and both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe TL225 was introduced 4 months prior to the S2100 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Samsung TL225 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony S2100 being a Compact camera.
Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a brief overview of how the TL225 matches up versus the S2100 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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This is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung TL225 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100. The whole galleries are available at Samsung TL225 Gallery and Sony S2100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung TL225 over the Sony S2100
| TL225 | S2100 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display dimensions | 3.5" |  | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") |
| Display resolution | 1152k |  | 230k | Sharper display (+922k dot) |
| Touch display |  | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony S2100 over the Samsung TL225
| S2100 | TL225 |
|---|
Common features in the Samsung TL225 and Sony S2100
| TL225 | S2100 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | August 2009 |  | January 2010 | Same generation |
| Focus manually |  | No manual focusing | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Absent selfie screen |
Samsung TL225 vs Sony S2100 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor its weight and size. The Samsung TL225 features exterior measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") having a weight of 187 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Sony S2100 has specifications of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at the time. Below is a front view size comparison of the TL225 vs the S2100.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TL225 and S2100 is 94 and 93 respectively.
Samsung TL225 vs Sony S2100 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is difficult to visualize the difference in sensor measurements just by viewing specifications. The visual here will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the TL225 and S2100.
To sum up, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical resolution and you should expect comparable quality of photos but you really should consider the production date of the cameras into account.
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Samsung TL225 vs Sony S2100 Specifications
| Samsung TL225 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Samsung | Sony |
| Model | Samsung TL225 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100 |
| Otherwise known as | ST550 | - |
| Category | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Revealed | 2009-08-13 | 2010-01-07 |
| Body design | Ultracompact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | - | 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 | 12MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 27-124mm (4.6x) | 33-105mm (3.2x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/3.1-5.6 |
| Macro focus distance | 5cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 3.5 inches | 3 inches |
| Screen resolution | 1,152 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 8 seconds | 1 seconds |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1200 seconds |
| Continuous shutter speed | - | 1.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | 3.40 m | 3.30 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync, Manual | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE 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) |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| 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 proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 187 grams (0.41 pounds) | 167 grams (0.37 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 100 x 60 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") | 98 x 61 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery model | SLB-07A | 2 x AA |
| Self timer | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, optional SD, Internal |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Pricing at release | $488 | $0 |
