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Samsung TL240 vs Sony W350

Portability
95
Imaging
37
Features
32
Overall
35
Samsung TL240 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W350 front
Portability
97
Imaging
37
Features
25
Overall
32

Samsung TL240 vs Sony W350 Key Specs

Samsung TL240
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 4800 (Boost 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
  • Also Known as ST5000
Sony W350
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-105mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
  • 117g - 91 x 52 x 17mm
  • Introduced January 2010
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Samsung TL240 vs Sony W350 Overview

Following is a complete analysis of the Samsung TL240 versus Sony W350, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the TL240 (14MP) and the W350 (14MP) is very similar and both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The TL240 was brought out very close to the W350 which means that they are of a similar age. Both the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the TL240 grades vs the W350 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Samsung TL240 over the Sony W350

 TL240 W350 
Display dimensions3.5"2.7"Larger display (+0.8")
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Sony W350 over the Samsung TL240

 W350 TL240 

Common features in the Samsung TL240 and Sony W350

 TL240 W350 
IntroducedJanuary 2010January 2010Similar age
Focus manually No manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kExact same display resolution
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen

Samsung TL240 vs Sony W350 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Samsung TL240 provides outside 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 W350 has specifications of 91mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Check the Samsung TL240 versus Sony W350 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the TL240 against the W350.

Samsung TL240 vs Sony W350 size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the TL240 and W350 is 95 and 97 respectively.

Samsung TL240 vs Sony W350 top view buttons comparison

Samsung TL240 vs Sony W350 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it's tough to picture the difference between sensor sizes simply by going over a spec sheet. The picture underneath should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the TL240 and W350.

Clearly, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels therefore you can expect similar quality of files however you would want to factor the launch date of the products into consideration.

Samsung TL240 vs Sony W350 sensor size comparison

Samsung TL240 vs Sony W350 Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung TL240 vs Sony W350 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung TL240 Portrait photography information
Sony W350 Portrait photography information
28
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
no manual control
cannot use external flash
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
28
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
manual exposure not available
external flash not possible
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Samsung TL240 Street photography factors
Sony W350 Street photography factors
60
has image stabilization (Optical)
provides touch to focus
no articulating screen
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
heavier than others (160 grams)
58
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no moving screen
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Samsung TL240 Sports photography features
Sony W350 Sports photography features
43
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
features tracking autofocus
no shutter priority
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
35
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
slow fps (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Samsung TL240 Travel photography features
Sony W350 Travel photography features
60
provides touch to focus
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
no Time Lapse function
heavier than others (160g)
does not have selfie friendly screen
wide angle not good (31mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
66
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
pretty wide (26mm)
lack of Timelapse function
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.7)
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Landscape Comparison

Samsung TL240 as a Landscape photography camera
Sony W350 as a Landscape photography camera
37
screen larger than average (3.5")
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (31mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
no manual control
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
no Time Lapse function
38
pretty wide (26mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
no manual focus
can't swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.7)
screen is somewhat small (2.7")
manual exposure not available
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
lack of Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Samsung TL240
Vlogging with Sony W350
27
touch screen
has image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not good (31mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
does not have selfie friendly screen
low res video (1280 x 720 resolution)
no external mic jack
heavier than others (160g)
29
pretty wide (26mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.7)
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
low res video (1280 x 720 pixels)
lack of microphone jack
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Samsung TL240 vs Sony W350 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung TL240 and Sony W350
 Samsung TL240Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W350
General Information
Manufacturer Samsung Sony
Model type Samsung TL240 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W350
Also called as ST5000 -
Type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Introduced 2010-01-06 2010-01-07
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Processor - Bionz
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 megapixels 14 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4334 x 3256 4320 x 3240
Highest native ISO 4800 3200
Highest boosted ISO 6400 -
Minimum native ISO 80 80
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
AF tracking
Selective AF
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Total focus points - 9
Lens
Lens support 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 10cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3.5 inch 2.7 inch
Screen resolution 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 8 secs 2 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/1500 secs 1/1600 secs
Continuous shooting speed - 1.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 5.00 m 3.80 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported 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)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone input
Headphone input
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 seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 160g (0.35 lb) 117g (0.26 lb)
Physical dimensions 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") 91 x 52 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.0" 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 shooting
Storage media MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro HG-Duo, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Launch price $171 $200