Samsung TL350 vs Sony HX5

Below, we will be comparing the Samsung TL350 versus Sony HX5, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the TL350 (10MP) and the HX5 (10MP) is pretty comparable but the TL350 (1/2.3") and HX5 (1/2.4") use different sensor sizes.

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The TL350 was released 3 months prior to the HX5 which means that they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a detailed comparison, below is a concise view of how the TL350 grades versus the HX5 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung TL350 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX5. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung TL350 Gallery & Sony HX5 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Samsung TL350 has exterior dimensions of 100mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Sony HX5 has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

Analyze the Samsung TL350 versus Sony HX5 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the TL350 versus the HX5.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the TL350 and HX5 is 94 and 92 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizes just by checking out specifications. The picture below will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the TL350 and HX5.

To sum up, both of the cameras posses the exact same resolution albeit different sensor sizes. The TL350 uses the bigger sensor which should make getting shallow depth of field less difficult.