Samsung TL240 vs Sony HX30V

Here is a detailed overview of the Samsung TL240 versus Sony HX30V, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Samsung and Sony. There is a big difference between the resolutions of the TL240 (14MP) and HX30V (18MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The TL240 was brought out 3 years before the HX30V and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Samsung TL240 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony HX30V being a Compact camera.

Before getting right into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the TL240 grades versus the HX30V for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung TL240 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V. The entire galleries are available at Samsung TL240 Gallery and Sony HX30V Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera often, you should consider its weight and proportions. The Samsung TL240 has exterior measurements of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Sony HX30V has measurements of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") having a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

Look at the Samsung TL240 versus Sony HX30V in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the TL240 against the HX30V.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the TL240 and HX30V is 95 and 90 respectively.

Often, it can be hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizing just by checking specifications. The photograph underneath should provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the TL240 and HX30V.

Plainly, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should expect the Sony HX30V to give you greater detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots more aggressively. The older TL240 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.