Samsung TL320 vs Sony WX9
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Samsung TL320 vs Sony WX9 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
- Released February 2009
- Alternate Name is WB1000
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-125mm (F2.6-6.3) lens
- n/ag - 95 x 56 x 20mm
- Released January 2011
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On this page, we will be analyzing the Samsung TL320 versus Sony WX9, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Samsung and Sony. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the TL320 (12MP) and WX9 (16MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe TL320 was released 22 months prior to the WX9 which makes them a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick view of how the TL320 matches up versus the WX9 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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This is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung TL320 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX9. The complete galleries are available at Samsung TL320 Gallery and Sony WX9 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung TL320 over the Sony WX9
| TL320 | WX9 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Very accurate focusing |
Reasons to pick Sony WX9 over the Samsung TL320
| WX9 | TL320 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | January 2011 |  | February 2009 | Newer by 22 months |
| Screen resolution | 921k |  | 460k | Sharper screen (+461k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung TL320 and Sony WX9
| TL320 | WX9 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal screen sizing |
| Selfie screen |  | Missing selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Missing Touch screen |
Samsung TL320 vs Sony WX9 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to travel with your camera, you will need to think about its weight and proportions. The Samsung TL320 provides outer dimensions 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) and the Sony WX9 has measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the TL320 compared to the WX9.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the TL320 and WX9 is 98 and 99 respectively.
Samsung TL320 vs Sony WX9 Sensor Comparison
Often, its hard to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing technical specs. The pic here will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the TL320 and WX9.
As you can tell, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should expect the Sony WX9 to deliver more detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged TL320 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.
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Samsung TL320 vs Sony WX9 Specifications
| Samsung TL320 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX9 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Samsung | Sony |
| Model | Samsung TL320 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX9 |
| Also called as | WB1000 | - |
| Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Released | 2009-02-23 | 2011-01-06 |
| Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | - | BIONZ |
| 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 | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detect AF | ||
| Contract detect AF | ||
| Phase detect AF | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.8 | f/2.6-6.3 |
| Macro focus range | 5cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Display resolution | 460 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Display technology | - | XtraFine LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 16 secs | 2 secs |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
| Continuous shutter rate | - | 10.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 5.00 m | 5.30 m |
| Flash options | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| 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 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, 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 | ||
| Physical dimensions | 97 x 61 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") | 95 x 56 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall 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-BN1 |
| Self timer | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage type | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Cost at release | $380 | $188 |