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Samsung TL320 vs Sony WX220

Portability
98
Imaging
35
Features
36
Overall
35
Samsung TL320 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX220 front
Portability
96
Imaging
43
Features
41
Overall
42

Samsung TL320 vs Sony WX220 Key Specs

Samsung TL320
(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
  • Launched February 2009
  • Also Known as WB1000
Sony WX220
(Full Review)
  • 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 12800
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-250mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 121g - 92 x 52 x 22mm
  • Released February 2014
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Samsung TL320 vs Sony WX220 Overview

Here is a comprehensive analysis of the Samsung TL320 vs Sony WX220, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There exists a substantial gap among the sensor resolutions of the TL320 (12MP) and WX220 (18MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The TL320 was announced 6 years prior to the WX220 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before going into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the TL320 scores against the WX220 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Samsung TL320 over the Sony WX220

 TL320 WX220 
Manually focus More exact focus

Reasons to pick Sony WX220 over the Samsung TL320

 WX220 TL320 
ReleasedFebruary 2014February 2009Fresher by 60 months

Common features in the Samsung TL320 and Sony WX220

 TL320 WX220 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen size3"3"Same screen size
Screen resolution460k460kExact same screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither features Touch friendly screen

Samsung TL320 vs Sony WX220 Physical Comparison

If you're intending to carry your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Samsung TL320 enjoys exterior measurements of 97mm x 61mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while the Sony WX220 has dimensions of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") having a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

Look at the Samsung TL320 vs Sony WX220 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the TL320 versus the WX220.

Samsung TL320 vs Sony WX220 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TL320 and WX220 is 98 and 96 respectively.

Samsung TL320 vs Sony WX220 top view buttons comparison

Samsung TL320 vs Sony WX220 Sensor Comparison

Typically, it can be hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing purely by seeing a spec sheet. The graphic here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the TL320 and WX220.

Clearly, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can count on the Sony WX220 to provide more detail with its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures way more aggressively. The older TL320 will be behind in sensor technology.

Samsung TL320 vs Sony WX220 sensor size comparison

Samsung TL320 vs Sony WX220 Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung TL320 vs Sony WX220 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung TL320 Portrait photography advice
Sony WX220 Portrait photography advice
34
focusing manually
offers face detect focus
external flash not possible
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
37
decent sensor resolution (18MP)
includes face detection focus
lack of manual focus
no manual exposure
no external flash support
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Samsung TL320 Street photography information
Sony WX220 Street photography information
58
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen does not articulate
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
59
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no moving screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Samsung TL320 as a Sports photography camera
Sony WX220 as a Sports photography camera
30
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
46
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (18MP)
includes tracking autofocus
no shutter priority
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Samsung TL320 as a Travel photography camera
Sony WX220 as a Travel photography camera
59
flash built-in
quite wide (24mm)
missing Time Lapse mode
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
69
decent sensor resolution (18MP)
built-in flash
pretty wide (25mm)
very long reach (250mm)
doesn't have Timelapse function
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Samsung TL320 Landscape photography features
Sony WX220 Landscape photography features
43
focusing manually
quite wide (24mm)
screen size is good (3")
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
cannot swap lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
missing Time Lapse mode
44
pretty wide (25mm)
pretty good screen size (3")
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (18MP)
lack of manual focus
can't change lenses (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
no manual exposure
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW files
doesn't have Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung TL320 Vlogging info
Sony WX220 Vlogging info
31
quite wide (24mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
offers face detect focus
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
display isn't selfie friendly
low video resolution (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing mic port
34
pretty wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
includes face detection focus
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pxls)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
doesn't have external microphone port
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Samsung TL320 vs Sony WX220 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung TL320 and Sony WX220
 Samsung TL320Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX220
General Information
Company Samsung Sony
Model type Samsung TL320 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX220
Also called as WB1000 -
Class Ultracompact Ultracompact
Launched 2009-02-23 2014-02-12
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Chip - Bionz X
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.08 x 4.56mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 27.7mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12MP 18MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4000 x 3000 4896 x 3672
Maximum native ISO 3200 12800
Min native ISO 80 100
RAW data
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 24-120mm (5.0x) 25-250mm (10.0x)
Maximum aperture f/2.8-5.8 f/3.3-5.9
Macro focusing distance 5cm -
Crop factor 5.9 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3 inch 3 inch
Screen resolution 460k dot 460k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 16s 4s
Highest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/1600s
Continuous shooting speed - 10.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes -
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 5.00 m 3.70 m (with Auto ISO)
Flash options Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix Auto, on, slow synchro, off, advanced
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
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 (60p, 60i), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, AVCHD
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight - 121 gr (0.27 lbs)
Physical dimensions 97 x 61 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") 92 x 52 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 life - 210 photos
Battery form - Battery Pack
Battery ID - NP-BN
Self timer Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) Yes (2 or 10 sec, portrait)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo
Storage slots One One
Cost at launch $380 $198