Samsung TL240 vs Sony WX5
95 Imaging
36 Features
32 Overall
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95 Imaging
35 Features
29 Overall
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Samsung TL240 vs Sony WX5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- 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
- Revealed January 2010
- Additionally referred to as ST5000
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.4-5.9) lens
- 146g - 92 x 52 x 22mm
- Launched July 2010
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On this page, we will be evaluating the Samsung TL240 and Sony WX5, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the TL240 (14MP) and the WX5 (12MP) is pretty close and both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe TL240 was launched 6 months earlier than the WX5 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Samsung TL240 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony WX5 being a Compact camera.
Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise summary of how the TL240 grades versus the WX5 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Samsung TL240 over the Sony WX5
| TL240 | WX5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen dimensions | 3.5" |  | 2.8" | Bigger screen (+0.7") |
| Touch screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony WX5 over the Samsung TL240
| WX5 | TL240 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen resolution | 461k |  | 230k | Sharper screen (+231k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung TL240 and Sony WX5
| TL240 | WX5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | January 2010 |  | July 2010 | Same generation |
| Focus manually |  | Lack of manual focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither features selfie screen |
Samsung TL240 vs Sony WX5 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Samsung TL240 enjoys physical 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 WX5 has specifications of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") having a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs).
Look at the Samsung TL240 and Sony WX5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use during that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the TL240 and the WX5.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the TL240 and WX5 is 95 and 95 respectively.
Samsung TL240 vs Sony WX5 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizes merely by viewing technical specs. The pic below may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the TL240 and WX5.
As you can tell, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Samsung TL240 to render greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs more aggressively.
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Samsung TL240 vs Sony WX5 Specifications
| Samsung TL240 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Samsung | Sony |
| Model | Samsung TL240 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5 |
| Also referred to as | ST5000 | - |
| Class | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Revealed | 2010-01-06 | 2010-07-08 |
| Physical type | Ultracompact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | - | Bionz |
| Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
| 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 | 12MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 4334 x 3256 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Max native ISO | 4800 | 3200 |
| Max boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
| Lowest native ISO | 80 | 125 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| 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) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/3.3-5.5 | f/2.4-5.9 |
| Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 3.5 inch | 2.8 inch |
| Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 461 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 2 seconds |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/1500 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
| Continuous shooting rate | - | 10.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 5.00 m | 5.10 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (50 fps), 1440 x 1080 (50, 25fps), 1280 x 720 (25 fps), 640 x 480 (25 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| 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 sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 160 grams (0.35 lbs) | 146 grams (0.32 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 92 x 52 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") |
| 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) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal | SD/ SDHC/ SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Retail pricing | $171 | $250 |