Samsung NX500 vs Samsung TL240

Here is a in depth review of the Samsung NX500 vs Samsung TL240, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Ultracompact and both of them are created by Samsung. There exists a crucial gap among the image resolutions of the NX500 (28MP) and TL240 (14MP) and the NX500 (APS-C) and TL240 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The NX500 was launched 5 years later than the TL240 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Samsung NX500 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung TL240 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting straight into a in depth comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the NX500 matches up versus the TL240 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung NX500 and Samsung TL240. The complete galleries are available at Samsung NX500 Gallery and Samsung TL240 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera often, you should factor its weight and dimensions. The Samsung NX500 provides external dimensions of 120mm x 64mm x 43mm (4.7" x 2.5" x 1.7") along with a weight of 287 grams (0.63 lbs) while the Samsung TL240 has dimensions of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the NX500 compared to the TL240.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NX500 and TL240 is 87 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to envision the gap in sensor sizing simply by viewing technical specs. The graphic below may provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the NX500 and TL240.

As you have seen, each of these cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The NX500 because of its larger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Samsung NX500 will render extra detail utilizing its extra 14MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a little more aggressively. The more modern NX500 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.