Samsung WB2200F vs Sony TX20
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Samsung WB2200F vs Sony TX20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 20-1200mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 708g - 119 x 122 x 99mm
- Launched January 2014
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- 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 WB2200F vs Sony TX20 Overview
On this page, we will be looking at the Samsung WB2200F vs Sony TX20, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the WB2200F (16MP) and the TX20 (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The WB2200F was unveiled 23 months later than the TX20 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both cameras have different body design with the Samsung WB2200F being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony TX20 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the WB2200F scores vs the TX20 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Samsung WB2200F vs Sony TX20 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung WB2200F and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung WB2200F Gallery and Sony TX20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung WB2200F over the Sony TX20
WB2200F | TX20 | |||
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Announced | January 2014 | ![]() | February 2012 | More recent by 23 months |
Reasons to pick Sony TX20 over the Samsung WB2200F
TX20 | WB2200F | |||
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Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 460k | Clearer screen (+462k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Samsung WB2200F and Sony TX20
WB2200F | TX20 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen |
Samsung WB2200F vs Sony TX20 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and proportions. The Samsung WB2200F enjoys exterior dimensions of 119mm x 122mm x 99mm (4.7" x 4.8" x 3.9") accompanied by a weight of 708 grams (1.56 lbs) while the Sony TX20 has measurements of 96mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).
Check the Samsung WB2200F vs Sony TX20 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the WB2200F against the TX20.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the WB2200F and TX20 is 59 and 96 respectively.

Samsung WB2200F vs Sony TX20 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very hard to see the difference in sensor measurements merely by researching specs. The visual underneath may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the WB2200F and TX20.
As you can plainly see, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same resolution and you should expect comparable quality of files although you really should consider the production date of the cameras into account. The more recent WB2200F will have a benefit in sensor technology.

Samsung WB2200F vs Sony TX20 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung WB2200F vs Sony TX20 Specifications
Samsung WB2200F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung WB2200F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2014-01-07 | 2012-02-28 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 20-1200mm (60.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.5-4.6 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 460k dots | 922k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD | XtraFine TruBlack TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 200k dots | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 1/8s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting rate | 8.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.00 m (ISO Auto) | 3.70 m |
Flash settings | 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 | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920x1080(30fps), 1280x720(30fps), 640x480(30fps), QVGA(30fps, 30s, Streaming) * High Speed : 360fps(176x128), 240fps(384x288) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 708 gr (1.56 lbs) | 133 gr (0.29 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 119 x 122 x 99mm (4.7" x 4.8" x 3.9") | 96 x 56 x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 photographs |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BP-1410 | NP-BN |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD, SDHC, SCXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $599 | $330 |