Samsung TL320 vs Sony A230
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Samsung TL320 vs Sony A230 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.8-5.8) lens
- n/ag - 97 x 61 x 21mm
- Launched February 2009
- Additionally referred to as WB1000
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Following is a extensive analysis of the Samsung TL320 and Sony A230, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the TL320 (12MP) and the A230 (10MP) is pretty similar but the TL320 (1/2.3") and A230 (APS-C) boast different sensor sizing.
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe TL320 was revealed 2 months before the A230 and they are of a similar generation. Both cameras feature different body design with the Samsung TL320 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A230 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summary of how the TL320 scores versus the A230 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Photography Glossary Samsung TL320 vs Sony A230 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung TL320 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A230. The full galleries are available at Samsung TL320 Gallery and Sony A230 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung TL320 over the Sony A230
| TL320 | A230 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
| Screen resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony A230 over the Samsung TL320
| A230 | TL320 |
|---|
Common features in the Samsung TL320 and Sony A230
| TL320 | A230 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | February 2009 |  | May 2009 | Similar generation |
| Focus manually |  | More precise focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Neither contains Touch friendly screen |
Samsung TL320 vs Sony A230 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera, you have to think about its weight and proportions. The Samsung TL320 has got outer measurements of 97mm x 61mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Sony A230 has measurements of 128mm x 97mm x 68mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.7") and a weight of 490 grams (1.08 lbs).
Look at the Samsung TL320 and Sony A230 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the TL320 versus the A230.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TL320 and A230 is 98 and 69 respectively.
Samsung TL320 vs Sony A230 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is tough to picture the gap between sensor sizes merely by reading specs. The pic below will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the TL320 and A230.
As you can plainly see, both the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The TL320 with its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF harder and the Samsung TL320 will offer you extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots a good deal more aggressively.
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Samsung TL320 vs Sony A230 Specifications
| Samsung TL320 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A230 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Samsung | Sony |
| Model | Samsung TL320 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A230 |
| Also called as | WB1000 | - |
| Class | Ultracompact | Entry-Level DSLR |
| Launched | 2009-02-23 | 2009-05-18 |
| Physical type | Ultracompact | Compact SLR |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | - | Bionz |
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
| Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
| Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 369.0mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12MP | 10MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3872 x 2592 |
| Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
| RAW format | ||
| 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 | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
| Lens focal range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | - |
| Max aperture | f/2.8-5.8 | - |
| Macro focus range | 5cm | - |
| Available lenses | - | 143 |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
| Display resolution | 460k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | Optical (pentamirror) |
| Viewfinder coverage | - | 95 percent |
| Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.55x |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 16s | 30s |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
| Continuous shooting rate | - | 3.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | 5.00 m | 10.00 m |
| Flash options | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Wireless |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Highest flash synchronize | - | 1/160s |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) | - |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | None |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | - |
| Microphone 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 | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | - | 490 gr (1.08 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 97 x 61 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") | 128 x 97 x 68mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.7") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | not tested | 63 |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.3 |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.4 |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | 531 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | - | 230 shots |
| Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | - | NP-FH50 |
| Self timer | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage type | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal | SD/ SDHC, Memory Stick Pro Duo |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Price at launch | $380 | $569 |