Samsung TL205 vs Sony A3000

The following is a thorough overview of the Samsung TL205 vs Sony A3000, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Samsung and Sony. There is a sizeable difference between the resolutions of the TL205 (12MP) and A3000 (20MP) and the TL205 (1/2.3") and A3000 (APS-C) offer totally different sensor sizes.

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The TL205 was unveiled 4 years before the A3000 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Samsung TL205 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A3000 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise summation of how the TL205 grades vs the A3000 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung TL205 and Sony Alpha A3000. The full galleries are provided at Samsung TL205 Gallery and Sony A3000 Gallery.

For those who are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and size. The Samsung TL205 has got exterior measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Sony A3000 has specifications of 128mm x 91mm x 85mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 3.3") with a weight of 411 grams (0.91 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the TL205 vs the A3000.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the TL205 and A3000 is 94 and 69 respectively.

Usually, its difficult to see the gap between sensor dimensions just by reviewing technical specs. The picture here may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the TL205 and A3000.

As you have seen, both of those cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The TL205 with its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower DOF trickier and the Sony A3000 will deliver extra detail having an extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged TL205 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.