Samsung NX1 vs Samsung TL240

Its time to look a little more in depth at the Samsung NX1 versus Samsung TL240, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Ultracompact and they are both produced by Samsung. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the NX1 (28MP) and TL240 (14MP) and the NX1 (APS-C) and TL240 (1/2.3") feature different sensor dimensions.

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The NX1 was launched 4 years later than the TL240 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Samsung NX1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung TL240 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the NX1 matches up against the TL240 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung NX1 and Samsung TL240. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung NX1 Gallery and Samsung TL240 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Samsung NX1 features outside dimensions of 139mm x 102mm x 66mm (5.5" x 4.0" x 2.6") accompanied by a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs) while the Samsung TL240 has dimensions of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).

Compare the Samsung NX1 versus Samsung TL240 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the NX1 versus the TL240.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the NX1 and TL240 is 66 and 95 respectively.

Usually, its hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing just by seeing technical specs. The graphic below may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the NX1 and TL240.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The NX1 due to its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Samsung NX1 will show extra detail utilizing its extra 14MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images much more aggressively. The fresher NX1 provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.