Samsung TL210 vs Sony A6400
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Samsung TL210 vs Sony A6400 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
- Also referred to as PL150
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 32000 (Push to 102400)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 403g - 120 x 67 x 50mm
- Revealed January 2019

Samsung TL210 vs Sony A6400 Overview
Here, we will be matching up the Samsung TL210 and Sony A6400, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals Samsung and Sony. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the TL210 (12MP) and A6400 (24MP) and the TL210 (1/2.3") and A6400 (APS-C) posses totally different sensor measurements.

The TL210 was revealed 10 years earlier than the A6400 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Samsung TL210 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A6400 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise summation of how the TL210 grades against the A6400 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Samsung TL210 vs Sony A6400 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung TL210 and Sony Alpha a6400. The full galleries are available at Samsung TL210 Gallery and Sony A6400 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung TL210 over the Sony A6400
TL210 | A6400 | |||
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Screen size | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Reasons to pick Sony A6400 over the Samsung TL210
A6400 | TL210 | |||
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Revealed | January 2019 | ![]() | January 2010 | Newer by 109 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+692k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Samsung TL210 and Sony A6400
TL210 | A6400 |
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Samsung TL210 vs Sony A6400 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Samsung TL210 offers external dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Sony A6400 has sizing of 120mm x 67mm x 50mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.0") along with a weight of 403 grams (0.89 lbs).
Look at the Samsung TL210 and Sony A6400 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the TL210 vs the A6400.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the TL210 and A6400 is 94 and 83 respectively.

Samsung TL210 vs Sony A6400 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be difficult to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by checking specifications. The image underneath might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the TL210 and A6400.
Plainly, the 2 cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The TL210 having a tinier sensor will make getting bokeh trickier and the Sony A6400 will give you more detail because of its extra 12 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The more aged TL210 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

Samsung TL210 vs Sony A6400 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung TL210 vs Sony A6400 Specifications
Samsung TL210 | Sony Alpha a6400 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung TL210 | Sony Alpha a6400 |
Also referred to as | PL150 | - |
Class | Ultracompact | Advanced Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2010-01-06 | 2019-01-15 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 24 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 6000 x 4000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 32000 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 102400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 425 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Sony E |
Lens focal range | 27-135mm (5.0x) | - |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | - |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
Amount of lenses | - | 121 |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen diagonal | 3.5 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 922k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 11.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.40 m | 6.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Off, auto, on, slow sync, rear sync, redeye reduction, wireless, hi-speed sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264, XAVC-S |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 177 gr (0.39 lb) | 403 gr (0.89 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 120 x 67 x 50mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 83 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 24.0 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 13.6 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 1431 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 410 images |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | SLB-07B | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick DUO (UHS-I compliant) |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $230 | $898 |