Samsung TL240 vs Sony W560
95 Imaging
36 Features
32 Overall
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96 Imaging
37 Features
28 Overall
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Samsung TL240 vs Sony W560 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 4800 (Raise 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 referred to as ST5000
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-104mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
- 110g - 94 x 56 x 19mm
- Introduced January 2011

Samsung TL240 vs Sony W560 Overview
Here, we are reviewing the Samsung TL240 versus Sony W560, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the TL240 (14MP) and the W560 (14MP) is fairly similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The TL240 was announced 12 months prior to the W560 so they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before diving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief view of how the TL240 matches up versus the W560 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Samsung TL240 vs Sony W560 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung TL240 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W560. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung TL240 Gallery and Sony W560 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung TL240 over the Sony W560
TL240 | W560 | |||
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Display size | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony W560 over the Samsung TL240
W560 | TL240 | |||
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Introduced | January 2011 | ![]() | January 2010 | More modern by 12 months |
Common features in the Samsung TL240 and Sony W560
TL240 | W560 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen |
Samsung TL240 vs Sony W560 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and measurements. The Samsung TL240 has 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) and the Sony W560 has proportions of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).
Compare the Samsung TL240 versus Sony W560 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the TL240 against the W560.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TL240 and W560 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Samsung TL240 vs Sony W560 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizes only by reading a spec sheet. The picture here might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the TL240 and W560.
Clearly, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical resolution so you should expect similar quality of images but you will want to take the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged TL240 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

Samsung TL240 vs Sony W560 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison

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Sports Comparison

Travel Comparison

Landscape Comparison

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Samsung TL240 vs Sony W560 Specifications
Samsung TL240 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W560 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung TL240 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W560 |
Also referred to as | ST5000 | - |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2010-01-06 | 2011-01-06 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4334 x 3256 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 4800 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 31-217mm (7.0x) | 26-104mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-5.5 | f/2.7-5.7 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3.5 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | - | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 2 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1500 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m | 3.80 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE 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) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 160 grams (0.35 pounds) | 110 grams (0.24 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 94 x 56 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $171 | $139 |