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Samsung TL240 vs Sony T90

Portability
95
Imaging
36
Features
32
Overall
34
Samsung TL240 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90 front
Portability
96
Imaging
34
Features
26
Overall
30

Samsung TL240 vs Sony T90 Key Specs

Samsung TL240
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 4800 (Expand to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 31-217mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
  • 160g - 104 x 58 x 20mm
  • Introduced January 2010
  • Alternate Name is ST5000
Sony T90
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 35-140mm (F3.5-10.0) lens
  • 148g - 94 x 57 x 15mm
  • Released February 2009
Photography Glossary

Samsung TL240 vs Sony T90 Overview

Below, we are evaluating the Samsung TL240 versus Sony T90, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the TL240 (14MP) and the T90 (12MP) is very well matched and they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The TL240 was released 11 months later than the T90 so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before delving straight into a full comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the TL240 scores against the T90 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Samsung TL240 over the Sony T90

 TL240 T90 
ReleasedJanuary 2010February 2009Fresher by 11 months
Display dimension3.5"3"Larger display (+0.5")

Reasons to pick Sony T90 over the Samsung TL240

 T90 TL240 
Focus manually More exact focusing

Common features in the Samsung TL240 and Sony T90

 TL240 T90 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kSame display resolution
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Samsung TL240 vs Sony T90 Physical Comparison

In case you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Samsung TL240 enjoys external measurements of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Sony T90 has proportions of 94mm x 57mm x 15mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.6") and a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).

Check out the Samsung TL240 versus Sony T90 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the TL240 and the T90.

Samsung TL240 vs Sony T90 size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the TL240 and T90 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Samsung TL240 vs Sony T90 top view buttons comparison

Samsung TL240 vs Sony T90 Sensor Comparison

Often, it can be tough to picture the difference between sensor sizing just by looking at a spec sheet. The visual below might give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the TL240 and T90.

Clearly, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should expect to see the Samsung TL240 to resolve more detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The newer TL240 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.

Samsung TL240 vs Sony T90 sensor size comparison

Samsung TL240 vs Sony T90 Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung TL240 vs Sony T90 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Samsung TL240
Portrait photography with Sony T90
28
decent megapixels (14MP)
manual focus not available
no manual control
no external flash support
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
27
you can focus manually
no manual exposure
external flash not possible
low resolution (12MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Street Comparison

Samsung TL240 Street photography information
Sony T90 Street photography information
60
has image stabilization (Optical)
provides focus via touch
no moving screen
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
heavier than competition (160g)
55
has image stabilization (Optical)
no moving screen
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
more heavy than competition in class (148 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Samsung TL240
Sports photography with Sony T90
43
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
comes with tracking focus
no shutter priority mode
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
25
has image stabilization (Optical)
continuous shooting slow (2.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
low resolution (12 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Samsung TL240 Travel photography details
Sony T90 Travel photography details
60
provides focus via touch
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
missing Time Lapse recording
heavier than competition (160 grams)
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
wide angle not great (31mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
50
has built in flash
doesn't have Timelapse mode
more heavy than competition in class (148g)
low resolution (12 megapixels)
does not have a selfie friendly display
wide angle not the best (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Samsung TL240
Landscape photography with Sony T90
37
lovely big screen (3.5 inch)
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (14MP)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (31mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
no manual control
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
missing Time Lapse recording
36
you can focus manually
pretty good screen size (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Optical)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
no manual exposure
low resolution (12 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
doesn't have Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung TL240 Vlogging highlights
Sony T90 Vlogging highlights
27
touchscreen
has image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not great (31mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
low quality video (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing mic port
heavier than competition (160 grams)
27
touchscreen enabled
has image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not the best (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
does not have a selfie friendly display
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pxls)
doesn't have external microphone socket
more heavy than competition in class (148 grams)
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Samsung TL240 vs Sony T90 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung TL240 and Sony T90
 Samsung TL240Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90
General Information
Manufacturer Samsung Sony
Model type Samsung TL240 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90
Also referred to as ST5000 -
Type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Introduced 2010-01-06 2009-02-17
Physical type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4334 x 3256 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 4800 3200
Maximum enhanced ISO 6400 -
Min native ISO 80 80
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Total focus points - 9
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 31-217mm (7.0x) 35-140mm (4.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.3-5.5 f/3.5-10.0
Macro focusing distance 1cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 3.5 inches 3 inches
Display resolution 230 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 8s 1s
Max shutter speed 1/1500s 1/1600s
Continuous shutter rate - 2.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 5.00 m 2.90 m (Auto ISO)
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync
External flash
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
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)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone port
Headphone port
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 sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 160g (0.35 pounds) 148g (0.33 pounds)
Dimensions 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") 94 x 57 x 15mm (3.7" x 2.2" 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-11A -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal
Card slots Single Single
Retail pricing $171 $259