Samsung TL210 vs Sigma SD9
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Samsung TL210 vs Sigma SD9 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-135mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 177g - 99 x 59 x 20mm
- Launched January 2010
- Also Known as PL150
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- 3MP - APS-C Sensor
- 1.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 400
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- No Video
- Sigma SA Mount
- 950g - 152 x 120 x 79mm
- Launched November 2002
- Successor is Sigma SD10
Samsung TL210 vs Sigma SD9 Overview
Here is a comprehensive assessment of the Samsung TL210 versus Sigma SD9, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Advanced DSLR by companies Samsung and Sigma. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the TL210 (12MP) and SD9 (3MP) and the TL210 (1/2.3") and SD9 (APS-C) boast different sensor sizing.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe TL210 was manufactured 7 years later than the SD9 and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Samsung TL210 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sigma SD9 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before going right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the TL210 scores vs the SD9 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Samsung TL210 vs Sigma SD9 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung TL210 & Sigma SD9. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung TL210 Gallery & Sigma SD9 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung TL210 over the Sigma SD9
TL210 | SD9 | |||
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Launched | January 2010 | November 2002 | Fresher by 87 months | |
Display dimensions | 3.5" | 1.8" | Larger display (+1.7") | |
Display resolution | 230k | 130k | Crisper display (+100k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sigma SD9 over the Samsung TL210
SD9 | TL210 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial accurate focusing |
Common features in the Samsung TL210 and Sigma SD9
TL210 | SD9 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Absent Touch display |
Samsung TL210 vs Sigma SD9 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry your camera often, you have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Samsung TL210 features exterior measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Sigma SD9 has dimensions of 152mm x 120mm x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" x 3.1") having a weight of 950 grams (2.09 lbs).
Analyze the Samsung TL210 versus Sigma SD9 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select at that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the TL210 against the SD9.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the TL210 and SD9 is 94 and 54 respectively.
Samsung TL210 vs Sigma SD9 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizing simply by reviewing technical specs. The graphic below may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the TL210 and SD9.
As you have seen, both of the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The TL210 due to its tinier sensor is going to make getting bokeh trickier and the Samsung TL210 will offer greater detail due to its extra 9 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images a bit more aggressively. The more modern TL210 provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.
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Samsung TL210 vs Sigma SD9 Specifications
Samsung TL210 | Sigma SD9 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Samsung | Sigma |
Model type | Samsung TL210 | Sigma SD9 |
Also called | PL150 | - |
Type | Ultracompact | Advanced DSLR |
Launched | 2010-01-06 | 2002-11-26 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 20.7 x 13.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 285.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 3MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 2268 x 1512 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Sigma SA |
Lens zoom range | 27-135mm (5.0x) | - |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | - |
Number of lenses | - | 76 |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 1.7 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3.5 inch | 1.8 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 130k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 98 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.77x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/6000 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.40 m | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | - | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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 input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 177g (0.39 lbs) | 950g (2.09 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 152 x 120 x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | SLB-07B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) | Yes (10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal | Compact Flash Type I or II |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $230 | $3,001 |