Samsung TL210 vs Sony a3500

Here, we are contrasting the Samsung TL210 and Sony a3500, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Samsung and Sony. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the TL210 (12MP) and a3500 (20MP) and the TL210 (1/2.3") and a3500 (APS-C) have totally different sensor sizing.

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The TL210 was released 5 years prior to the a3500 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Samsung TL210 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony a3500 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going right into a in-depth comparison, here is a short summation of how the TL210 scores versus the a3500 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung TL210 and Sony Alpha a3500. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung TL210 Gallery and Sony a3500 Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Samsung TL210 provides exterior 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) whilst the Sony a3500 has proportions of 128mm x 91mm x 85mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 3.3") with a weight of 411 grams (0.91 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use during that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the TL210 against the a3500.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the TL210 and a3500 is 94 and 69 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements merely by researching specs. The visual below may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the TL210 and a3500.

All in all, each of the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The TL210 because of its smaller sensor will make shooting shallow DOF tougher and the Sony a3500 will render extra detail as a result of its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The older TL210 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.