Samsung TL100 vs Sony a5100

In this article, we are analyzing the Samsung TL100 versus Sony a5100, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the TL100 (12MP) and a5100 (24MP) and the TL100 (1/2.3") and a5100 (APS-C) use totally different sensor sizes.

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The TL100 was brought out 6 years prior to the a5100 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung TL100 being a Compact camera and the Sony a5100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight into a full comparison, below is a short highlight of how the TL100 grades vs the a5100 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung TL100 and Sony Alpha a5100. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung TL100 Gallery and Sony a5100 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Samsung TL100 has got outer dimensions of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") having a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs) while the Sony a5100 has proportions of 110mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).

Compare the Samsung TL100 versus Sony a5100 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the TL100 versus the a5100.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the TL100 and a5100 is 91 and 89 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to see the gap in sensor sizes only by researching specifications. The picture underneath should give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the TL100 and a5100.

To sum up, the 2 cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The TL100 because of its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower DOF more challenging and the Sony a5100 will provide you with greater detail having its extra 12MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos far more aggressively. The more aged TL100 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.