Samsung TL240 vs Sony T99
95 Imaging
36 Features
32 Overall
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96 Imaging
37 Features
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Samsung TL240 vs Sony T99 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 4800 (Increase to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 31-217mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
- 160g - 104 x 58 x 20mm
- Released January 2010
- Also Known as ST5000
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
- 121g - 93 x 56 x 17mm
- Released July 2010

Samsung TL240 vs Sony T99 Overview
Following is a complete comparison of the Samsung TL240 versus Sony T99, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the TL240 (14MP) and the T99 (14MP) is fairly close and both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The TL240 was unveiled 6 months prior to the T99 which means that they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise summary of how the TL240 matches up against the T99 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Samsung TL240 vs Sony T99 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung TL240 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99. The full galleries are provided at Samsung TL240 Gallery & Sony T99 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung TL240 over the Sony T99
TL240 | T99 | |||
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Display size | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Reasons to pick Sony T99 over the Samsung TL240
T99 | TL240 |
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Common features in the Samsung TL240 and Sony T99
TL240 | T99 | |||
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Released | January 2010 | ![]() | July 2010 | Same age |
Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Samsung TL240 vs Sony T99 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Samsung TL240 provides exterior dimensions of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Sony T99 has dimensions of 93mm x 56mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).
Check out the Samsung TL240 versus Sony T99 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the TL240 and the T99.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the TL240 and T99 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Samsung TL240 vs Sony T99 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very tough to picture the difference in sensor sizes merely by viewing technical specs. The pic underneath should provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the TL240 and T99.
As you have seen, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of files although you should always consider the age of the cameras into account.

Samsung TL240 vs Sony T99 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung TL240 vs Sony T99 Specifications
Samsung TL240 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung TL240 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99 |
Also referred to as | ST5000 | - |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2010-01-06 | 2010-07-08 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4334 x 3256 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 4800 | 3200 |
Max boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 31-217mm (7.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.3-5.5 | f/3.5-4.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3.5 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8s | 2s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1500s | 1/1250s |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m | 4.60 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red eye, Slow syncro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB 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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 160 gr (0.35 lbs) | 121 gr (0.27 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 93 x 56 x 17mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, portrait1, portrait2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal | SD/ SDHC/ SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $171 | $179 |