Samsung TL350 vs Sony HX99

Below, we will be evaluating the Samsung TL350 versus Sony HX99, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Samsung and Sony. There exists a large gap between the resolutions of the TL350 (10MP) and HX99 (18MP) and the TL350 (1/2.3") and HX99 (1/2.3-inch) possess different sensor sizes.

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The TL350 was manufactured 9 years prior to the HX99 which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the TL350 grades against the HX99 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung TL350 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX99. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung TL350 Gallery & Sony HX99 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to travel with your camera, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The Samsung TL350 has physical dimensions of 100mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Sony HX99 has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") with a weight of 242 grams (0.53 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the TL350 versus the HX99.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TL350 and HX99 is 94 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reading technical specs. The picture below will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the TL350 and HX99.

As you have seen, each of the cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The TL350 because of its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult and the Sony HX99 will deliver extra detail due to its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more aged TL350 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.