Samsung TL100 vs Sony A7c

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Samsung TL100 and Sony A7c, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals Samsung and Sony. There is a large difference among the image resolutions of the TL100 (12MP) and A7c (24MP) and the TL100 (1/2.3") and A7c (Full frame) possess totally different sensor size.

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The TL100 was launched 12 years prior to the A7c which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung TL100 being a Compact camera and the Sony A7c being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go in to a in depth comparison, below is a brief summation of how the TL100 grades vs the A7c with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung TL100 & Sony Alpha A7c. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung TL100 Gallery & Sony A7c Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The Samsung TL100 offers physical measurements of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs) while the Sony A7c has sizing of 124mm x 71mm x 60mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 2.4") along with a weight of 509 grams (1.12 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung TL100 and Sony A7c in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the TL100 compared to the A7c.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the TL100 and A7c is 91 and 78 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to see the gap in sensor sizes only by researching technical specs. The image below will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the TL100 and A7c.

As you have seen, both cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The TL100 due to its smaller sensor will make achieving shallow DOF more difficult and the Sony A7c will provide you with more detail utilizing its extra 12MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs much more aggressively. The more aged TL100 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.