Samsung GX-10 vs Samsung TL100

On this page, we are analyzing the Samsung GX-10 vs Samsung TL100, one being a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are sold by Samsung. The resolution of the GX-10 (10MP) and the TL100 (12MP) is fairly comparable but the GX-10 (APS-C) and TL100 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizes.

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The GX-10 was launched 3 years prior to the TL100 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Samsung GX-10 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Samsung TL100 being a Compact camera.

Before delving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the GX-10 grades versus the TL100 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung GX-10 and Samsung TL100. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung GX-10 Gallery and Samsung TL100 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Samsung GX-10 has exterior measurements of 142mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") with a weight of 793 grams (1.75 lbs) whilst the Samsung TL100 has specifications of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") having a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).

Analyze the Samsung GX-10 vs Samsung TL100 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the GX-10 compared to the TL100.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the GX-10 and TL100 is 59 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizing only by checking out a spec sheet. The visual here may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the GX-10 and TL100.

Clearly, both of these cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The GX-10 because of its larger sensor will make achieving bokeh simpler and the Samsung TL100 will show greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The older GX-10 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.