Samsung TL205 vs Sigma SD14

Here is a extended overview of the Samsung TL205 vs Sigma SD14, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Samsung and Sigma. There is a considerable difference among the resolutions of the TL205 (12MP) and SD14 (5MP) and the TL205 (1/2.3") and SD14 (APS-C) use totally different sensor size.

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The TL205 was introduced 3 years later than the SD14 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung TL205 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sigma SD14 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before getting through a complete comparison, below is a simple view of how the TL205 grades vs the SD14 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung TL205 & Sigma SD14. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung TL205 Gallery & Sigma SD14 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Samsung TL205 features outside dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Sigma SD14 has measurements of 144mm x 107mm x 81mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.2") with a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the TL205 versus the SD14.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the TL205 and SD14 is 94 and 59 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizing merely by seeing a spec sheet. The visual below should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the TL205 and SD14.

As you can see, both of those cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The TL205 having a smaller sensor will make shooting bokeh more challenging and the Samsung TL205 will provide greater detail using its extra 7 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs far more aggressively. The newer TL205 will have an edge in sensor technology.