Samsung TL100 vs Sony A7R

Let's take a deeper look at the Samsung TL100 and Sony A7R, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There is a noticeable difference among the resolutions of the TL100 (12MP) and A7R (36MP) and the TL100 (1/2.3") and A7R (Full frame) use different sensor sizes.

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The TL100 was launched 6 years earlier than the A7R and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung TL100 being a Compact camera and the Sony A7R being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving through a complete comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the TL100 scores against the A7R for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung TL100 & Sony Alpha A7R. The complete galleries are available at Samsung TL100 Gallery & Sony A7R Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Samsung TL100 enjoys exterior dimensions of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") with a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Sony A7R has measurements of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 465 grams (1.03 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the TL100 versus the A7R.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the TL100 and A7R is 91 and 78 respectively.

Generally, it is tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizing simply by checking out technical specs. The photograph underneath might offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TL100 and A7R.

As you have seen, the two cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The TL100 featuring a smaller sensor is going to make shooting bokeh trickier and the Sony A7R will produce more detail utilizing its extra 24MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs far more aggressively. The older TL100 will be behind in sensor technology.