Samsung TL210 vs Sony A7R

In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Samsung TL210 vs Sony A7R, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There is a crucial difference between the resolutions of the TL210 (12MP) and A7R (36MP) and the TL210 (1/2.3") and A7R (Full frame) come with different sensor size.

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The TL210 was unveiled 5 years before the A7R which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung TL210 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A7R being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a simple overview of how the TL210 scores against the A7R in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung TL210 and Sony Alpha A7R. The full galleries are available at Samsung TL210 Gallery and Sony A7R Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and volume. The Samsung TL210 provides 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 A7R has sizing of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") with a weight of 465 grams (1.03 lbs).

Check out the Samsung TL210 vs Sony A7R in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the TL210 compared to the A7R.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the TL210 and A7R is 94 and 78 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to picture the difference between sensor sizes simply by going over specs. The picture underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the TL210 and A7R.

All in all, both the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The TL210 having a tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Sony A7R will deliver extra detail having an extra 24 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged TL210 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.