Samsung CL5 vs Sony A58

Its time to look closer at the Samsung CL5 and Sony A58, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Samsung and Sony. There exists a considerable gap between the resolutions of the CL5 (9MP) and A58 (20MP) and the CL5 (1/2.5") and A58 (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor dimensions.

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The CL5 was unveiled 5 years earlier than the A58 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung CL5 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A58 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the CL5 matches up vs the A58 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung CL5 & Sony SLT-A58. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung CL5 Gallery & Sony A58 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Samsung CL5 offers outer measurements of 93mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.7") with a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Sony A58 has specifications of 129mm x 95mm x 78mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 3.1") and a weight of 492 grams (1.08 lbs).

Look at the Samsung CL5 and Sony A58 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the CL5 compared to the A58.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the CL5 and A58 is 95 and 68 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to see the difference between sensor sizes simply by reading specs. The image underneath may give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the CL5 and A58.

All in all, each of the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The CL5 using its tinier sensor will make getting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Sony A58 will deliver greater detail having an extra 11MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The more aged CL5 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.