Samsung TL205 vs Sony NEX-C3

Here, we will be comparing the Samsung TL205 and Sony NEX-C3, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Samsung and Sony. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the TL205 (12MP) and NEX-C3 (16MP) and the TL205 (1/2.3") and NEX-C3 (APS-C) offer different sensor sizes.

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The TL205 was manufactured 19 months prior to the NEX-C3 which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung TL205 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony NEX-C3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief summary of how the TL205 matches up versus the NEX-C3 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung TL205 and Sony Alpha NEX-C3. The entire galleries are available at Samsung TL205 Gallery and Sony NEX-C3 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Samsung TL205 has got outside measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Sony NEX-C3 has dimensions of 110mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 225 grams (0.50 lbs).

Compare the Samsung TL205 and Sony NEX-C3 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the TL205 against the NEX-C3.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TL205 and NEX-C3 is 94 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it is very tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes just by going over specs. The picture underneath will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the TL205 and NEX-C3.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The TL205 because of its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field trickier and the Sony NEX-C3 will offer you more detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The more aged TL205 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.