Samsung TL205 vs Sony RX100 IV

Here is a complete assessment of the Samsung TL205 versus Sony RX100 IV, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the TL205 (12MP) and RX100 IV (20MP) and the TL205 (1/2.3") and RX100 IV (1") come with different sensor sizes.

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The TL205 was unveiled 6 years earlier than the RX100 IV and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Samsung TL205 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony RX100 IV being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving in to a detailed comparison, below is a simple summation of how the TL205 grades versus the RX100 IV in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung TL205 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV. The full galleries are provided at Samsung TL205 Gallery and Sony RX100 IV Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Samsung TL205 enjoys outside dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Sony RX100 IV has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") with a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at that time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the TL205 vs the RX100 IV.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the TL205 and RX100 IV is 94 and 89 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizing simply by seeing specifications. The graphic below may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the TL205 and RX100 IV.

To sum up, both cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The TL205 with its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF more difficult and the Sony RX100 IV will show more detail having an extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The older TL205 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.