Samsung TL100 vs Sony QX30

The following is a extensive assessment of the Samsung TL100 vs Sony QX30, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Lens-style by rivals Samsung and Sony. There is a sizable difference between the resolutions of the TL100 (12MP) and QX30 (20MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The TL100 was unveiled 6 years before the QX30 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Samsung TL100 being a Compact camera and the Sony QX30 being a Lens-style camera.

Before delving into a full comparison, here is a brief summation of how the TL100 grades against the QX30 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung TL100 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX30. The full galleries are available at Samsung TL100 Gallery & Sony QX30 Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Samsung TL100 features external dimensions of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") and a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs) and the Sony QX30 has dimensions of 68mm x 65mm x 58mm (2.7" x 2.6" x 2.3") and a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the TL100 and the QX30.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the TL100 and QX30 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reading specs. The image underneath will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the TL100 and QX30.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You can count on the Sony QX30 to deliver extra detail having an extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more aged TL100 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.