Samsung TL320 vs Sony WX300
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Samsung TL320 vs Sony WX300 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
- Revealed February 2009
- Additionally referred to as WB1000
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
- 166g - 96 x 55 x 25mm
- Launched February 2013
- Successor is Sony WX350
Samsung TL320 vs Sony WX300 Overview
Here is a comprehensive review of the Samsung TL320 and Sony WX300, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Samsung and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the TL320 (12MP) and WX300 (18MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe TL320 was revealed 5 years earlier than the WX300 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Samsung TL320 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony WX300 being a Compact camera.
Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the TL320 grades against the WX300 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Samsung TL320 vs Sony WX300 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung TL320 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung TL320 Gallery and Sony WX300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung TL320 over the Sony WX300
TL320 | WX300 | |||
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Focus manually | Very exact focus |
Reasons to pick Sony WX300 over the Samsung TL320
WX300 | TL320 | |||
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Launched | February 2013 | February 2009 | Fresher by 48 months |
Common features in the Samsung TL320 and Sony WX300
TL320 | WX300 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display measurement | |
Display resolution | 460k | 460k | Exact same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Samsung TL320 vs Sony WX300 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to carry your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Samsung TL320 enjoys outer measurements of 97mm x 61mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) whilst the Sony WX300 has measurements of 96mm x 55mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 166 grams (0.37 lbs).
Check out the Samsung TL320 and Sony WX300 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have at that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the TL320 against the WX300.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TL320 and WX300 is 98 and 94 respectively.
Samsung TL320 vs Sony WX300 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizing simply by seeing a spec sheet. The visual below will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the TL320 and WX300.
As you can see, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Sony WX300 to show more detail because of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The older TL320 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.
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Samsung TL320 vs Sony WX300 Specifications
Samsung TL320 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung TL320 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300 |
Also Known as | WB1000 | - |
Category | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2009-02-23 | 2013-02-20 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
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 | 12MP | 18MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4896 x 3672 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 25-500mm (20.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.8 | f/3.5-6.5 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 16s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m | 4.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | - | 166 grams (0.37 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 61 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") | 96 x 55 x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
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 | - | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $380 | $330 |