Samsung NX200 vs Samsung TL100

In this article, we will be matching up the Samsung NX200 vs Samsung TL100, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are built by Samsung. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the NX200 (20MP) and TL100 (12MP) and the NX200 (APS-C) and TL100 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor sizing.

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The NX200 was brought out 3 years after the TL100 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung NX200 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung TL100 being a Compact camera.

Before diving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a quick summation of how the NX200 scores vs the TL100 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung NX200 and Samsung TL100. The entire galleries are available at Samsung NX200 Gallery and Samsung TL100 Gallery.

When you are planning to travel with your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Samsung NX200 has external measurements of 117mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Samsung TL100 has proportions of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") and a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung NX200 vs Samsung TL100 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the NX200 against the TL100.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the NX200 and TL100 is 90 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to see the difference in sensor dimensions just by viewing a spec sheet. The image below might offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the NX200 and TL100.

As you can see, the two cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The NX200 because of its bigger sensor will make getting shallower DOF simpler and the Samsung NX200 will provide you with greater detail having its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The fresher NX200 will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.