Samsung TL240 vs Sony W330
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Samsung TL240 vs Sony W330 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- 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
- Revealed January 2010
- Additionally Known as ST5000
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-105mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
- 128g - 96 x 57 x 17mm
- Launched January 2010

Samsung TL240 vs Sony W330 Overview
Here, we are looking at the Samsung TL240 vs Sony W330, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the TL240 (14MP) and the W330 (14MP) is very well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The TL240 was unveiled within a month of the W330 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before diving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the TL240 scores against the W330 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Samsung TL240 vs Sony W330 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung TL240 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330. The full galleries are provided at Samsung TL240 Gallery and Sony W330 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung TL240 over the Sony W330
TL240 | W330 | |||
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Display size | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony W330 over the Samsung TL240
W330 | TL240 |
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Common features in the Samsung TL240 and Sony W330
TL240 | W330 | |||
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Launched | January 2010 | ![]() | January 2010 | Similar generation |
Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen |
Samsung TL240 vs Sony W330 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and proportions. The Samsung TL240 features physical measurements of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Sony W330 has measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 17mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).
Compare the Samsung TL240 vs Sony W330 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the TL240 and the W330.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the TL240 and W330 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Samsung TL240 vs Sony W330 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizing purely by looking at specs. The visual here should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the TL240 and W330.
As you can plainly see, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of images although you might want to take the release date of the products into consideration.

Samsung TL240 vs Sony W330 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung TL240 vs Sony W330 Specifications
Samsung TL240 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung TL240 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330 |
Also Known as | ST5000 | - |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2010-01-06 | 2010-01-07 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 | 14 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
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 photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 31-217mm (7.0x) | 26-105mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.3-5.5 | f/2.7-5.7 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 4cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3.5" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 2 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1500 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m | 3.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 160 grams (0.35 lb) | 128 grams (0.28 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 96 x 57 x 17mm (3.8" 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 sec or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $171 | $170 |