Samsung TL240 vs Sony W380
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36 Features
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Samsung TL240 vs Sony W380 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 4800 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 31-217mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
- 160g - 104 x 58 x 20mm
- Announced January 2010
- Also referred to as ST5000
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.4-5.9) lens
- 117g - 91 x 52 x 20mm
- Introduced January 2010

Samsung TL240 vs Sony W380 Overview
Below, we will be analyzing the Samsung TL240 and Sony W380, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the TL240 (14MP) and the W380 (14MP) is relatively comparable and they feature the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The TL240 was manufactured around the same time to the W380 and they are both of a similar age. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before delving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the TL240 grades against the W380 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Samsung TL240 vs Sony W380 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung TL240 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W380. The entire galleries are available at Samsung TL240 Gallery & Sony W380 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung TL240 over the Sony W380
TL240 | W380 | |||
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Screen dimension | 3.5" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.8") |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony W380 over the Samsung TL240
W380 | TL240 |
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Common features in the Samsung TL240 and Sony W380
TL240 | W380 | |||
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Introduced | January 2010 | ![]() | January 2010 | Same age |
Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Samsung TL240 vs Sony W380 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Samsung TL240 comes with external measurements of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Sony W380 has measurements of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).
Look at the Samsung TL240 and Sony W380 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the TL240 vs the W380.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TL240 and W380 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Samsung TL240 vs Sony W380 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's difficult to picture the gap in sensor measurements purely by checking out specifications. The visual underneath will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the TL240 and W380.
To sum up, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same megapixels and you can expect comparable quality of photos however you really should factor the age of the cameras into account.

Samsung TL240 vs Sony W380 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung TL240 vs Sony W380 Specifications
Samsung TL240 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W380 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung TL240 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W380 |
Also referred to as | ST5000 | - |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2010-01-06 | 2010-01-07 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4334 x 3256 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 4800 | 3200 |
Max enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 31-217mm (7.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-5.5 | f/2.4-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3.5 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 secs | 2 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1500 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m | 4.80 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
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) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 160 gr (0.35 pounds) | 117 gr (0.26 pounds) |
Dimensions | 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 91 x 52 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | SLB-11A | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, portrait1/portrait2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $171 | $44 |