Samsung TL205 vs Sony A9 II

Below, we will be reviewing the Samsung TL205 versus Sony A9 II, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There is a large difference among the image resolutions of the TL205 (12MP) and A9 II (24MP) and the TL205 (1/2.3") and A9 II (Full frame) come with totally different sensor sizing.

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The TL205 was announced 10 years earlier than the A9 II which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung TL205 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A9 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight into a in depth comparison, below is a simple summation of how the TL205 scores vs the A9 II with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung TL205 & Sony Alpha A9 Mark II. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung TL205 Gallery & Sony A9 II Gallery.

If you're intending to carry around your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Samsung TL205 provides outer measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Sony A9 II has dimensions of 129mm x 96mm x 76mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 678 grams (1.49 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the TL205 and the A9 II.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the TL205 and A9 II is 94 and 62 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizes just by looking through a spec sheet. The picture underneath will help give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the TL205 and A9 II.

Clearly, both cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The TL205 using its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field more difficult and the Sony A9 II will render greater detail with its extra 12 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more aged TL205 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.