Samsung TL100 vs Sony a1

Lets examine more in depth at the Samsung TL100 vs Sony a1, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by companies Samsung and Sony. There is a noticeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the TL100 (12MP) and a1 (50MP) and the TL100 (1/2.3") and a1 (Full frame) come with different sensor sizes.

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The TL100 was revealed 13 years earlier than the a1 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Samsung TL100 being a Compact camera and the Sony a1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a quick summation of how the TL100 scores vs the a1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung TL100 & Sony Alpha a1. The full galleries are available at Samsung TL100 Gallery & Sony a1 Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera, you'll need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Samsung TL100 enjoys outside 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) and the Sony a1 has measurements of 129mm x 97mm x 70mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") with a weight of 737 grams (1.62 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the TL100 versus the a1.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the TL100 and a1 is 91 and 61 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to picture the gap in sensor sizing simply by going through technical specs. The visual underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the TL100 and a1.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The TL100 having a smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field more difficult and the Sony a1 will show extra detail because of its extra 38 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures much more aggressively. The older TL100 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.