Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V vs Samsung TL220

In this comparison, we will evaluate the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V and the Samsung TL220, highlighting the advantages of each over the other, discussing their pros and cons, shared strengths and weaknesses, and providing a rating based on their available features and specifications to assist you in choosing the one that best suits your needs.

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V was introduced in April 2013 and Samsung TL220 was introduced in August 2009. Let us first list highlights of the models.

Now that we've looked at the most essential specifications and gained a basic understanding of these cameras, we can delve into more details and see the differences between them.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V over Samsung TL220.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Samsung TL220 over Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V.

We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

Screen

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V and Samsung TL220 have 3.0" Fixed screens with 921k dot and 230k dot resolutions respectively. Samsung TL220 also features touchscreen which has advantages such as easy menu navigation, intuitive controls, quick setting adjustment and most importantly a Touch-to-Focus functionality (available only on Samsung TL220) allowing users to select a specific point on the screen where they want the camera to focus. This feature can be helpful for achieving precise focus in both photo and video recording.

Camera does not have a built-in viewfinder but an optional electronic viewfinder can be attached on Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V.

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V features a 20.4 megapixel 1/2.3-inch BSI-CMOS sensor with dimensions of 6.17 x 4.55 mm and a total area of 28.1 mm². Its native ISO range is 100 - 3,200 and expands to 100 - 12,800 in boosted mode. Samsung TL220 features a 12.2 megapixel 1/2.33-inch CCD sensor with dimensions of 6.08 x 4.56 mm and a total area of 20.8 mm². Its native ISO range is 80 - 3,200.

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V has BSI-CMOS sensor, short for Backside Illuminated Complementary Metal-Oxide-Semiconductor sensor. In traditional CMOS sensors, the wiring and circuitry are located on the front side of the sensor, which can block some of the incoming light. BSI technology flips this design by placing the photosensitive elements (pixels) on the backside of the sensor, allowing more light to reach the pixels. This significantly enhances light sensitivity and improves low-light performance. BSI-CMOS sensors are particularly effective in low-light conditions, as they can capture more light, resulting in brighter and less noisy images. This makes them well-suited for indoor and night photography. BSI-CMOS sensors deliver a higher SNR and reduced cross-talk.

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V can take pictures up to 5184 x 2920 resolution. Samsung TL220 can take pictures up to 4000 x 3000 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 3984 x 2656, 3840 x 2160, 3264 x 2448, 2560 x 1920, 2048 x 1536, 1920 x 1080, 1024 x 768 with 4:3, 3:2, 16:9 aspect ratios.

Image Stabilization

The cameras have a built-in [y] image stabilization.

Built-in GPS on Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V has a built-in GPS (Global Positioning System) technology which allows you to automatically tag the location where you took your photos. You can later categorize, organize, and search for photos based on location. This is very useful for travel and outdoor photographers for documenting the locations where images were captured.
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Built-in Wi-Fi on Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V has a built-in Wi-Fi (802.11, 2.4 GHz) which allows to easily transfer photos and videos from the camera to other Wi-Fi-enabled devices, such as smartphones, tablets, printers, or computers. This eliminates the need for cables and allows for quick and convenient media sharing and social media integration. It gives you the ability to control your camera remotely using a smartphone or tablet. This is particularly useful for taking self-portraits, group shots, or capturing images in challenging conditions without having to touch the camera. Firmware updates can also be downloaded and installed wirelessly.
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NFC on Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V has Near Field Communication (NFC) technology which simplifies the process of pairing it with other NFC-enabled devices like smartphones or tablets. It allows to quickly transfer photos and videos or remotely control the camera from compatible device. NFC can also be used for authentication and security purposes. It can verify your identity before accessing certain features or transferring sensitive data. It can be used with NFC-enabled accessories as well, such as lenses, flashes and GPS devices.

USB Inputs and HDMI Outputs

Both models have USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) inputs for data transfer. connector for video signal output.

Battery

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V comes with NP-BX1 battery pack with battery life of 400 shots and Samsung TL220 comes with SLB-07A battery pack.

External Storage Slots

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo/Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo card slot. Samsung TL220 has a single MicroSD/ MicroSDHC card slot.

Shutter

Shutter speed can go up to 1/4000 sec on Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V, and up to 1/2000 sec on Samsung TL220. Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V can shoot continuously up to 10.0 fps.

Flash

Cameras have built-in flash with maximum range of 5.60 m on Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V and 3.40 m on Samsung TL220. Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V also accepts external flash which can be connected via Shoe Mount..

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V body has dimensions of 108 x 64 x 38 mm (4.25 x 2.52 x 1.5") and Samsung TL220 body has dimensions of 100 x 60 x 19 mm (3.94 x 2.36 x 0.75"). Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V weighs 272 g (0.60 lb / 9.59 oz) and Samsung TL220 weighs 169 g (0.37 lb / 5.96 oz).

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V

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