Samsung TL320 vs Sony S930
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34 Features
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32 Features
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Samsung TL320 vs Sony S930 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- 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
- Announced February 2009
- Also Known as WB1000
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.4" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 320 x 240 video
- 38-108mm (F2.9-5.4) lens
- 167g - 90 x 61 x 26mm
- Released January 2009

Samsung TL320 vs Sony S930 Overview
Let's take a closer look at the Samsung TL320 vs Sony S930, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the TL320 (12MP) and the S930 (10MP) is fairly close and both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The TL320 was released 2 months later than the S930 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung TL320 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony S930 being a Compact camera.
Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a concise view of how the TL320 scores against the S930 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Samsung TL320 vs Sony S930 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung TL320 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung TL320 Gallery and Sony S930 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung TL320 over the Sony S930
TL320 | S930 | |||
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Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.4" | Larger display (+0.6") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 112k | Crisper display (+348k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony S930 over the Samsung TL320
S930 | TL320 |
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Common features in the Samsung TL320 and Sony S930
TL320 | S930 | |||
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Released | February 2009 | ![]() | January 2009 | Same generation |
Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither includes Touch display |
Samsung TL320 vs Sony S930 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to lug around your camera often, you will want to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Samsung TL320 features outside measurements of 97mm x 61mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) whilst the Sony S930 has dimensions of 90mm x 61mm x 26mm (3.5" x 2.4" x 1.0") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Take a look at the Samsung TL320 vs Sony S930 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the TL320 against the S930.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TL320 and S930 is 98 and 94 respectively.

Samsung TL320 vs Sony S930 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's hard to imagine the difference in sensor measurements just by looking through specifications. The graphic here may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the TL320 and S930.
Plainly, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Samsung TL320 to render more detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos way more aggressively.

Samsung TL320 vs Sony S930 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung TL320 vs Sony S930 Specifications
Samsung TL320 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung TL320 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930 |
Also called | WB1000 | - |
Category | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2009-02-23 | 2009-01-08 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 38-108mm (2.8x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.8 | f/2.9-5.4 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 2.4 inches |
Resolution of screen | 460k dot | 112k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 16 seconds | 1/8 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m | 3.00 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix | Auto, Forced Flash, Slow Syncro, No Flash |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
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) | 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 320x240 |
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) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | - | 167 grams (0.37 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 61 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") | 90 x 61 x 26mm (3.5" x 2.4" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | - | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / PRo-HG Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $380 | $219 |