Samsung NX3000 vs Samsung TL205

Below, we are reviewing the Samsung NX3000 and Samsung TL205, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Ultracompact and they are both created by Samsung. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the NX3000 (20MP) and TL205 (12MP) and the NX3000 (APS-C) and TL205 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor sizing.

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The NX3000 was announced 4 years later than the TL205 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung NX3000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung TL205 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the NX3000 scores versus the TL205 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung NX3000 & Samsung TL205. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung NX3000 Gallery & Samsung TL205 Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Samsung NX3000 offers outer dimensions of 117mm x 66mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Samsung TL205 has dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).

Compare the Samsung NX3000 and Samsung TL205 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the NX3000 versus the TL205.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the NX3000 and TL205 is 89 and 94 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to visualise the difference between sensor measurements just by looking at technical specs. The photograph here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the NX3000 and TL205.

As you can tell, both of those cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The NX3000 having a larger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Samsung NX3000 will resolve more detail with its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics much more aggressively. The more modern NX3000 will have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.