Samsung TL210 vs Sony a1

On this page, we are comparing the Samsung TL210 versus Sony a1, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the TL210 (12MP) and a1 (50MP) and the TL210 (1/2.3") and a1 (Full frame) have totally different sensor size.

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The TL210 was launched 12 years prior to the a1 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Samsung TL210 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony a1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving into a detailed comparison, here is a concise overview of how the TL210 grades vs the a1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung TL210 and Sony Alpha a1. The complete galleries are available at Samsung TL210 Gallery and Sony a1 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera often, you should factor in its weight and dimensions. The Samsung TL210 provides external dimensions 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 Sony a1 has dimensions of 129mm x 97mm x 70mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") with a weight of 737 grams (1.62 lbs).

Analyze the Samsung TL210 versus Sony a1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the TL210 and the a1.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the TL210 and a1 is 94 and 61 respectively.

In many cases, its hard to see the gap in sensor sizing only by going through a spec sheet. The graphic below will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the TL210 and a1.

Clearly, both of these cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The TL210 due to its smaller sensor will make getting shallow DOF more challenging and the Sony a1 will produce greater detail utilizing its extra 38MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images more aggressively. The older TL210 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.