Samsung TL210 vs Sony A6000
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Samsung TL210 vs Sony A6000 Key Specs
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- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-135mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 177g - 99 x 59 x 20mm
- Introduced January 2010
- Other Name is PL150
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Bump to 51200)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 344g - 120 x 67 x 45mm
- Launched April 2014
- Replaced the Sony NEX-6
- Replacement is Sony A6300
Samsung TL210 vs Sony A6000 Overview
Let's examine more closely at the Samsung TL210 versus Sony A6000, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Samsung and Sony. There is a big difference between the resolutions of the TL210 (12MP) and A6000 (24MP) and the TL210 (1/2.3") and A6000 (APS-C) come with totally different sensor measurements.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe TL210 was unveiled 5 years prior to the A6000 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung TL210 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A6000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the TL210 scores against the A6000 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Samsung TL210 vs Sony A6000 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung TL210 and Sony Alpha a6000. The full galleries are available at Samsung TL210 Gallery and Sony A6000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung TL210 over the Sony A6000
TL210 | A6000 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3.5" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Reasons to pick Sony A6000 over the Samsung TL210
A6000 | TL210 | |||
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Launched | April 2014 | January 2010 | Newer by 52 months | |
Manual focus | More accurate focus | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen resolution | 922k | 230k | Clearer screen (+692k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung TL210 and Sony A6000
TL210 | A6000 | |||
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Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Missing Touch friendly screen |
Samsung TL210 vs Sony A6000 Physical Comparison
If you're going to travel with your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Samsung TL210 features exterior measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Sony A6000 has measurements of 120mm x 67mm x 45mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.8") along with a weight of 344 grams (0.76 lbs).
Look at the Samsung TL210 versus Sony A6000 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached at that time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the TL210 versus the A6000.
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the TL210 and A6000 is 94 and 85 respectively.
Samsung TL210 vs Sony A6000 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very tough to envision the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing specs. The pic underneath might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the TL210 and A6000.
As you can plainly see, each of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The TL210 having a tinier sensor will make getting shallow depth of field harder and the Sony A6000 will deliver more detail having an extra 12MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged TL210 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.
Samsung TL210 vs Sony A6000 Screen and ViewFinder
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Samsung TL210 vs Sony A6000 Specifications
Samsung TL210 | Sony Alpha a6000 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung TL210 | Sony Alpha a6000 |
Also called | PL150 | - |
Category | Ultracompact | Advanced Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2010-01-06 | 2014-04-23 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 24MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 6000 x 4000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 25600 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 51200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 179 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Sony E |
Lens zoom range | 27-135mm (5.0x) | - |
Max aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | - |
Number of lenses | - | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display sizing | 3.5" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 922k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,440k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 11.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.40 m | 6.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Flash off, auto, fill-flaw, slow sync, redeye reduction, hi-speed sync, wireless control |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | - | 1/160s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 177g (0.39 lb) | 344g (0.76 lb) |
Dimensions | 99 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 120 x 67 x 45mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 82 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 24.1 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 13.1 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 1347 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 360 photographs |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | SLB-07B | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, continuous (3-5 shot)) |
Time lapse recording | With downloadable app | |
Storage type | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $230 | $548 |