Samsung WB210 vs Sony TX20
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Samsung WB210 vs Sony TX20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Boost to 3200)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F2.9-5.9) lens
- 174g - 101 x 59 x 22mm
- Launched July 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
- 133g - 96 x 56 x 18mm
- Announced February 2012

Samsung WB210 vs Sony TX20 Overview
Below, we are contrasting the Samsung WB210 versus Sony TX20, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Ultracompact by competitors Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the WB210 (14MP) and the TX20 (16MP) is very close and they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The WB210 was manufactured 7 months prior to the TX20 which means that they are both of a similar age. The two cameras come with different body type with the Samsung WB210 being a Compact camera and the Sony TX20 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before delving straight into a complete comparison, below is a brief summary of how the WB210 matches up against the TX20 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Samsung WB210 vs Sony TX20 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung WB210 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung WB210 Gallery & Sony TX20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung WB210 over the Sony TX20
WB210 | TX20 | |||
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Display dimension | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Reasons to pick Sony TX20 over the Samsung WB210
TX20 | WB210 | |||
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Announced | February 2012 | ![]() | July 2011 | More recent by 7 months |
Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 1k | Clearer display (+921k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung WB210 and Sony TX20
WB210 | TX20 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Samsung WB210 vs Sony TX20 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to lug around your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Samsung WB210 provides outer measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 174 grams (0.38 lbs) whilst the Sony TX20 has dimensions of 96mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).
Compare the Samsung WB210 versus Sony TX20 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using during that time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the WB210 against the TX20.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WB210 and TX20 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Samsung WB210 vs Sony TX20 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements merely by viewing a spec sheet. The visual here might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the WB210 and TX20.
Clearly, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Sony TX20 to result in extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos much more aggressively. The older WB210 will be behind in sensor innovation.

Samsung WB210 vs Sony TX20 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung WB210 vs Sony TX20 Specifications
Samsung WB210 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung WB210 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2011-07-19 | 2012-02-28 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Min native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-288mm (12.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.9-5.9 | f/3.5-4.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3.5 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 1k dot | 922k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | - | XtraFine TruBlack TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8s | 4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 3.70 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance 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 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 174g (0.38 lb) | 133g (0.29 lb) |
Dimensions | 101 x 59 x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 96 x 56 x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 250 photos |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | microSC/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $279 | $330 |