Samsung TL205 vs Sony A7

Below, we are contrasting the Samsung TL205 and Sony A7, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Pro Mirrorless by brands Samsung and Sony. There exists a sizable gap between the resolutions of the TL205 (12MP) and A7 (24MP) and the TL205 (1/2.3") and A7 (Full frame) come with different sensor size.

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The TL205 was introduced 5 years before the A7 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Samsung TL205 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving in to a in depth comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the TL205 matches up versus the A7 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung TL205 & Sony Alpha A7. The whole galleries are available at Samsung TL205 Gallery & Sony A7 Gallery.

If you are going to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and volume. The Samsung TL205 offers external 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 Sony A7 has sizing of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 474 grams (1.04 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung TL205 and Sony A7 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the TL205 vs the A7.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TL205 and A7 is 94 and 78 respectively.

More often than not, it is very tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reviewing technical specs. The picture below might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the TL205 and A7.

As you can tell, each of these cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The TL205 having a tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF harder and the Sony A7 will deliver extra detail using its extra 12 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics much more aggressively. The more aged TL205 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.