Samsung TL205 vs Sony A450
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Samsung TL205 vs Sony A450 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-105mm (F3.0-5.6) lens
- 177g - 99 x 59 x 20mm
- Launched January 2010
- Additionally referred to as PL100
(Full Review)
- 14MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 12800
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 560g - 137 x 104 x 81mm
- Revealed January 2010
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In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Samsung TL205 and Sony A450, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the TL205 (12MP) and the A450 (14MP) is relatively similar but the TL205 (1/2.3") and A450 (APS-C) use different sensor sizes.
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe TL205 was manufactured very close to the A450 and they are both of a similar age. Both cameras offer different body type with the Samsung TL205 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A450 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before diving straight into a full comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the TL205 matches up vs the A450 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung TL205 & Sony Alpha DSLR-A450. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung TL205 Gallery & Sony A450 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung TL205 over the Sony A450
| TL205 | A450 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Sony A450 over the Samsung TL205
| A450 | TL205 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Dial accurate focusing |
Common features in the Samsung TL205 and Sony A450
| TL205 | A450 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | January 2010 |  | January 2010 | Similar age |
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen sizing | 2.7" |  | 2.7" | Equivalent screen dimensions |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Samsung TL205 vs Sony A450 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and measurements. The Samsung TL205 features outer 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) while the Sony A450 has proportions of 137mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.2") with a weight of 560 grams (1.23 lbs).
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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using at that time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the TL205 vs the A450.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TL205 and A450 is 94 and 65 respectively.
Samsung TL205 vs Sony A450 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizing merely by going over a spec sheet. The graphic here will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the TL205 and A450.
Clearly, the 2 cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The TL205 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field tougher and the Sony A450 will offer you extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots far more aggressively.
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Samsung TL205 vs Sony A450 Specifications
| Samsung TL205 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A450 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Samsung | Sony |
| Model | Samsung TL205 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A450 |
| Also called as | PL100 | - |
| Type | Ultracompact | Entry-Level DSLR |
| Launched | 2010-01-06 | 2010-01-05 |
| Physical type | Ultracompact | Compact SLR |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | - | Bionz |
| Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
| Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 365.0mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4592 x 3056 |
| Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
| Minimum native ISO | 80 | 200 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| AF single | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detect AF | ||
| Contract detect AF | ||
| Phase detect AF | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
| Lens focal range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | - |
| Maximum aperture | f/3.0-5.6 | - |
| Macro focus range | 10cm | - |
| Number of lenses | - | 143 |
| Crop factor | 5.9 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
| Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Display technology | - | TFT Clear Photo Color LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | Optical (pentamirror) |
| Viewfinder coverage | - | 95% |
| Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.53x |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 30 seconds |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/1500 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
| Continuous shooting rate | - | 7.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 3.40 m | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, Fill, Rear Sync, Slow Sync, Wireless/ High Speed Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Maximum flash synchronize | - | 1/160 seconds |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) | - |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | None |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | - |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 177 gr (0.39 pounds) | 560 gr (1.23 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 99 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 137 x 104 x 81mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.2") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | not tested | 66 |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 21.8 |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.8 |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | 769 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | - | 1050 images |
| Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | - | NP-FM500H |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, SD/SDHC Internal | SD/ SDHC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Price at launch | $180 | $1,241 |