Samsung TL225 vs Sony W310

The following is a comprehensive review of the Samsung TL225 vs Sony W310, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the TL225 (12MP) and the W310 (12MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The TL225 was unveiled 4 months before the W310 and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before going right into a thorough comparison, here is a simple overview of how the TL225 scores against the W310 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung TL225 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310. The full galleries are available at Samsung TL225 Gallery and Sony W310 Gallery.

In case you're going to travel with your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Samsung TL225 provides outer 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) and the Sony W310 has sizing of 95mm x 55mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 137 grams (0.30 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung TL225 vs Sony W310 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the TL225 vs the W310.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the TL225 and W310 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to picture the difference in sensor dimensions simply by going through technical specs. The pic below should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the TL225 and W310.

As you can tell, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same resolution and you should expect comparable quality of pictures although you should factor the release date of the cameras into account.