Samsung TL500 vs Sony W320

In this write-up, we will be looking at the Samsung TL500 vs Sony W320, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Samsung and Sony. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the TL500 (10MP) and W320 (14MP) and the TL500 (1/1.7") and W320 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor dimensions.

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The TL500 was unveiled 7 months later than the W320 which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras offer different body type with the Samsung TL500 being a Compact camera and the Sony W320 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go through a full comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the TL500 matches up vs the W320 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung TL500 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W320. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung TL500 Gallery and Sony W320 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Samsung TL500 features physical measurements of 114mm x 63mm x 29mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.1") having a weight of 386 grams (0.85 lbs) whilst the Sony W320 has proportions of 93mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Examine the Samsung TL500 vs Sony W320 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the TL500 vs the W320.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the TL500 and W320 is 88 and 97 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reviewing specifications. The graphic here may provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the TL500 and W320.

Plainly, both of those cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The TL500 using its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Sony W320 will deliver more detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more modern TL500 provides an edge in sensor innovation.