Samsung TL210 vs Sony A7
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Samsung TL210 vs Sony A7 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
- Revealed January 2010
- Additionally referred to as PL150
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 50 - 25600
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 474g - 127 x 94 x 48mm
- Launched January 2014
- Replacement is Sony A7 II
Samsung TL210 vs Sony A7 Overview
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.
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe 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.
Samsung TL210 vs Sony A7 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Samsung TL210 over the Sony A7
TL210 | A7 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3.5" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Reasons to pick Sony A7 over the Samsung TL210
A7 | TL210 | |||
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Launched | January 2014 | January 2010 | More modern by 49 months | |
Focus manually | More precise focusing | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen resolution | 1230k | 230k | Sharper screen (+1000k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung TL210 and Sony A7
TL210 | A7 | |||
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Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither features Touch screen |
Samsung TL210 vs Sony A7 Physical Comparison
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).
Examine the Samsung TL210 and Sony A7 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.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.
Samsung TL210 vs Sony A7 Sensor Comparison
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.
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Samsung TL210 vs Sony A7 Specifications
Samsung TL210 | Sony Alpha A7 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung TL210 | Sony Alpha A7 |
Also called as | PL150 | - |
Class | Ultracompact | Pro Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2010-01-06 | 2014-01-22 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 35.8 x 23.9mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 855.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 24 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 6000 x 4000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 50 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 117 |
Cross focus points | - | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Sony E |
Lens focal range | 27-135mm (5.0x) | - |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | - |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen size | 3.5 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 1,230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | - | Xtra Fine LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.71x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 5.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.40 m | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/250 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) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 177 gr (0.39 pounds) | 474 gr (1.04 pounds) |
Dimensions | 99 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 127 x 94 x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 90 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 24.8 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 14.2 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 2248 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 340 images |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | SLB-07B | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
Time lapse shooting | With downloadable app | |
Storage type | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $230 | $798 |