Samsung TL205 vs Sigma SD1 Merrill

Below is a extensive overview of the Samsung TL205 and Sigma SD1 Merrill, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by brands Samsung and Sigma. The image resolution of the TL205 (12MP) and the SD1 Merrill (15MP) is pretty comparable but the TL205 (1/2.3") and SD1 Merrill (APS-C) enjoy different sensor size.

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The TL205 was revealed 3 years before the SD1 Merrill and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung TL205 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sigma SD1 Merrill being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before we go through a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the TL205 grades against the SD1 Merrill in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung TL205 and Sigma SD1 Merrill. The full galleries are provided at Samsung TL205 Gallery and Sigma SD1 Merrill Gallery.

If you are going to lug around your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and volume. The Samsung TL205 has physical measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Sigma SD1 Merrill has sizing of 146mm x 113mm x 80mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 3.1") and a weight of 790 grams (1.74 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung TL205 and Sigma SD1 Merrill in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select during that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the TL205 against the SD1 Merrill.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the TL205 and SD1 Merrill is 94 and 57 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements merely by checking out a spec sheet. The visual underneath might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the TL205 and SD1 Merrill.

Clearly, the two cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The TL205 having a smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field more challenging and the Sigma SD1 Merrill will produce extra detail because of its extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots much more aggressively. The older TL205 will be behind in sensor technology.