Samsung WB2200F vs Sony TX5

Here is a in depth review of the Samsung WB2200F and Sony TX5, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Samsung and Sony. There exists a large gap between the image resolutions of the WB2200F (16MP) and TX5 (10MP) and the WB2200F (1/2.3") and TX5 (1/2.4") posses totally different sensor dimensions.

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The WB2200F was unveiled 3 years later than the TX5 and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Samsung WB2200F being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony TX5 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a concise summation of how the WB2200F scores vs the TX5 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung WB2200F & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX5. The full galleries are provided at Samsung WB2200F Gallery & Sony TX5 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Samsung WB2200F features outside measurements of 119mm x 122mm x 99mm (4.7" x 4.8" x 3.9") along with a weight of 708 grams (1.56 lbs) whilst the Sony TX5 has sizing of 94mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).

Examine the Samsung WB2200F and Sony TX5 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you use at that moment. The following is a front view size comparison of the WB2200F and the TX5.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WB2200F and TX5 is 59 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, it's difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing only by reading through a spec sheet. The graphic here may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the WB2200F and TX5.

Clearly, both of these cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The WB2200F with its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF simpler and the Samsung WB2200F will resolve extra detail having an extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more recent WB2200F will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.