Samsung TL225 vs Sony T900
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Samsung TL225 vs Sony T900 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
- Released August 2009
- Alternative Name is ST550
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-10.0) lens
- 143g - 98 x 58 x 16mm
- Launched February 2009

Samsung TL225 vs Sony T900 Overview
Lets look closer at the Samsung TL225 vs Sony T900, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the TL225 (12MP) and the T900 (12MP) is fairly similar and they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The TL225 was brought out 6 months after the T900 and they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a quick overview of how the TL225 scores vs the T900 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Samsung TL225 vs Sony T900 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung TL225 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung TL225 Gallery & Sony T900 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung TL225 over the Sony T900
TL225 | T900 | |||
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Display resolution | 1152k | ![]() | 922k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony T900 over the Samsung TL225
T900 | TL225 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing |
Common features in the Samsung TL225 and Sony T900
TL225 | T900 | |||
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Launched | August 2009 | ![]() | February 2009 | Similar age |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 3.5" | ![]() | 3.5" | Identical display dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Samsung TL225 vs Sony T900 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry around your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Samsung TL225 enjoys outer 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 Sony T900 has dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 16mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.6") along with a weight of 143 grams (0.32 lbs).
Check the Samsung TL225 vs Sony T900 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the TL225 vs the T900.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the TL225 and T900 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Samsung TL225 vs Sony T900 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very tough to envision the difference between sensor sizes purely by reviewing specs. The picture below should provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TL225 and T900.
As you can plainly see, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same MP and you can expect similar quality of pictures however you should take the launch date of the products into consideration.

Samsung TL225 vs Sony T900 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung TL225 vs Sony T900 Specifications
Samsung TL225 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung TL225 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900 |
Alternative name | ST550 | - |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2009-08-13 | 2009-02-17 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias 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 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 27-124mm (4.6x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/3.5-10.0 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3.5 inches | 3.5 inches |
Resolution of display | 1,152 thousand dot | 922 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 seconds | 2 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.40 m | 2.90 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync, Manual | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
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) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 187 gr (0.41 lbs) | 143 gr (0.32 lbs) |
Dimensions | 100 x 60 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") | 98 x 58 x 16mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.6") |
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 ID | SLB-07A | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail price | $488 | $300 |