Samsung GX-10 vs Samsung TL225

Here, we are reviewing the Samsung GX-10 and Samsung TL225, one is a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Ultracompact and they are both sold by Samsung. The sensor resolution of the GX-10 (10MP) and the TL225 (12MP) is very similar but the GX-10 (APS-C) and TL225 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor measurements.

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The GX-10 was unveiled 3 years earlier than the TL225 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Samsung GX-10 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Samsung TL225 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the GX-10 matches up vs the TL225 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung GX-10 and Samsung TL225. The full galleries are available at Samsung GX-10 Gallery and Samsung TL225 Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Samsung GX-10 provides physical dimensions of 142mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") along with a weight of 793 grams (1.75 lbs) whilst the Samsung TL225 has measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 187 grams (0.41 lbs).

Compare the Samsung GX-10 and Samsung TL225 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the GX-10 vs the TL225.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the GX-10 and TL225 is 59 and 94 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to see the gap between sensor sizes simply by going over specs. The image below should give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the GX-10 and TL225.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The GX-10 with its larger sensor will make shooting bokeh simpler and the Samsung TL225 will offer extra detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged GX-10 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.