Samsung TL205 vs Sony a1

Here is a detailed analysis of the Samsung TL205 and Sony a1, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors Samsung and Sony. There exists a huge gap among the resolutions of the TL205 (12MP) and a1 (50MP) and the TL205 (1/2.3") and a1 (Full frame) posses different sensor dimensions.

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The TL205 was announced 12 years prior to the a1 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Samsung TL205 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony a1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple summation of how the TL205 matches up vs the a1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung TL205 and Sony Alpha a1. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung TL205 Gallery and Sony a1 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Samsung TL205 offers external measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Sony a1 has specifications of 129mm x 97mm x 70mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") having a weight of 737 grams (1.62 lbs).

Examine the Samsung TL205 and Sony a1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have at that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the TL205 against the a1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TL205 and a1 is 94 and 61 respectively.

Typically, it can be hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizing only by checking out specs. The photograph underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the TL205 and a1.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The TL205 having a smaller sensor is going to make shooting bokeh tougher and the Sony a1 will provide extra detail with its extra 38MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older TL205 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.