Samsung NX3000 vs Samsung TL210
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63 Features
62 Overall
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Samsung NX3000 vs Samsung TL210 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 230g - 117 x 66 x 39mm
- Revealed May 2014
- Superseded the Samsung NX2000
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-135mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 177g - 99 x 59 x 20mm
- Revealed January 2010
- Alternate Name is PL150

Samsung NX3000 vs Samsung TL210 Overview
The following is a detailed assessment of the Samsung NX3000 vs Samsung TL210, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Ultracompact and both are created by Samsung. There exists a large gap among the image resolutions of the NX3000 (20MP) and TL210 (12MP) and the NX3000 (APS-C) and TL210 (1/2.3") offer different sensor dimensions.

The NX3000 was launched 4 years after the TL210 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Samsung NX3000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung TL210 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the NX3000 scores vs the TL210 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Samsung NX3000 vs Samsung TL210 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX3000 & Samsung TL210. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung NX3000 Gallery & Samsung TL210 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX3000 over the Samsung TL210
NX3000 | TL210 | |||
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Revealed | May 2014 | ![]() | January 2010 | Newer by 54 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung TL210 over the Samsung NX3000
TL210 | NX3000 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Screen dimensions | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Common features in the Samsung NX3000 and Samsung TL210
NX3000 | TL210 | |||
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Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch screen |
Samsung NX3000 vs Samsung TL210 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Samsung NX3000 offers outer measurements of 117mm x 66mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") along with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Samsung TL210 has dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).
Take a look at the Samsung NX3000 vs Samsung TL210 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using at that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the NX3000 and the TL210.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the NX3000 and TL210 is 89 and 94 respectively.

Samsung NX3000 vs Samsung TL210 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's difficult to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions just by viewing specifications. The image underneath should give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the NX3000 and TL210.
To sum up, the two cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The NX3000 because of its bigger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh easier and the Samsung NX3000 will render extra detail utilizing its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots more aggressively. The more modern NX3000 provides an advantage in sensor innovation.

Samsung NX3000 vs Samsung TL210 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison

Street Comparison

Sports Comparison

Travel Comparison

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Samsung NX3000 vs Samsung TL210 Specifications
Samsung NX3000 | Samsung TL210 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Samsung | Samsung |
Model type | Samsung NX3000 | Samsung TL210 |
Otherwise known as | - | PL150 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2014-05-26 | 2010-01-06 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 35 | - |
Cross type focus points | 1 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Samsung NX | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 27-135mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 5cm |
Amount of lenses | 32 | - |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3.5 inches |
Resolution of display | 461k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 8 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 5.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 3.40 m |
Flash modes | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 230 grams (0.51 lb) | 177 grams (0.39 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 117 x 66 x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") | 99 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 370 photos | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | B740 | SLB-07B |
Self timer | Yes (2-30 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $897 | $230 |