Nikon Df vs Samsung TL205
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Nikon Df vs Samsung TL205 Key Specs
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- 16MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Push to 204800)
- No Video
- Nikon F Mount
- 760g - 144 x 110 x 67mm
- Launched December 2013
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- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-105mm (F3.0-5.6) lens
- 177g - 99 x 59 x 20mm
- Launched January 2010
- Also referred to as PL100
Nikon Df vs Samsung TL205 Overview
Here, we are contrasting the Nikon Df and Samsung TL205, one is a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the Df (16MP) and TL205 (12MP) and the Df (Full frame) and TL205 (1/2.3") have different sensor size.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe Df was introduced 4 years after the TL205 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon Df being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Samsung TL205 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before getting right into a complete comparison, here is a brief view of how the Df matches up against the TL205 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon Df vs Samsung TL205 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Df and Samsung TL205. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon Df Gallery and Samsung TL205 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Df over the Samsung TL205
Df | TL205 | |||
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Launched | December 2013 | January 2010 | Newer by 49 months | |
Manual focus | Very exact focus | |||
Display size | 3.2" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 921k | 230k | Clearer display (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung TL205 over the Nikon Df
TL205 | Df |
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Common features in the Nikon Df and Samsung TL205
Df | TL205 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Nikon Df vs Samsung TL205 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon Df enjoys outside dimensions of 144mm x 110mm x 67mm (5.7" x 4.3" x 2.6") accompanied by a weight of 760 grams (1.68 lbs) whilst the Samsung TL205 has dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).
Check the Nikon Df and Samsung TL205 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use at that moment. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the Df versus the TL205.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the Df and TL205 is 59 and 94 respectively.
Nikon Df vs Samsung TL205 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its tough to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions just by going through a spec sheet. The image here will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Df and TL205.
As you can see, both of the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Df with its larger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Nikon Df will provide more detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images way more aggressively. The fresher Df provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Nikon Df vs Samsung TL205 Specifications
Nikon Df | Samsung TL205 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Df | Samsung TL205 |
Also called | - | PL100 |
Type | Advanced DSLR | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2013-12-20 | 2010-01-06 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed 3 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Full frame | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 36 x 23.9mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 860.4mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4928 x 3280 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 204800 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 39 | - |
Cross focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Nikon F | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Max aperture | - | f/3.0-5.6 |
Macro focus distance | - | 10cm |
Total lenses | 309 | - |
Crop factor | 1 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3.2 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 921k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | TFT-LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 8 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 6.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 3.40 m |
Flash options | Auto FP High-speed sync, front-curtain sync, rear-curtain sync, redeye reduction, | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/250 seconds | - |
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) |
Maximum video resolution | None | 1280x720 |
Video format | - | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 760 grams (1.68 lbs) | 177 grams (0.39 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 144 x 110 x 67mm (5.7" x 4.3" x 2.6") | 99 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 89 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 24.6 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 13.1 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 3279 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 1400 images | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL14,EN-EL14a | - |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10, or 20 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, SD/SDHC Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $2,747 | $180 |