Samsung TL210 vs Sony A7

In this write-up, we will be comparing the Samsung TL210 and Sony A7, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by companies Samsung and Sony. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the TL210 (12MP) and A7 (24MP) and the TL210 (1/2.3") and A7 (Full frame) come with totally different sensor sizes.

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The TL210 was released 5 years earlier than the A7 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Samsung TL210 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting through a thorough comparison, below is a short summary of how the TL210 matches up versus the A7 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung TL210 & Sony Alpha A7. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung TL210 Gallery & Sony A7 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The Samsung TL210 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 A7 has sizing of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 474 grams (1.04 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select during that time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the TL210 vs the A7.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the TL210 and A7 is 94 and 78 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizes simply by reviewing specifications. The image below should offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TL210 and A7.

Plainly, both of those cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The TL210 because of its tinier sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field trickier and the Sony A7 will offer more detail as a result of its extra 12 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged TL210 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.