Samsung TL210 vs Sony RX1R
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Samsung TL210 vs Sony RX1R Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 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
- Released January 2010
- Additionally Known as PL150
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 35mm (F2.0) lens
- 482g - 113 x 65 x 70mm
- Launched June 2013
- Successor is Sony RX1R II

Samsung TL210 vs Sony RX1R Overview
On this page, we are evaluating the Samsung TL210 versus Sony RX1R, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There exists a substantial gap among the sensor resolutions of the TL210 (12MP) and RX1R (24MP) and the TL210 (1/2.3") and RX1R (Full frame) offer different sensor dimensions.

The TL210 was unveiled 4 years before the RX1R which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Samsung TL210 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony RX1R being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before going right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple overview of how the TL210 matches up vs the RX1R with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Samsung TL210 vs Sony RX1R Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung TL210 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R. The full galleries are provided at Samsung TL210 Gallery & Sony RX1R Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung TL210 over the Sony RX1R
TL210 | RX1R | |||
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Display dimensions | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Reasons to pick Sony RX1R over the Samsung TL210
RX1R | TL210 | |||
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Launched | June 2013 | ![]() | January 2010 | Newer by 42 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Display resolution | 1229k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+999k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung TL210 and Sony RX1R
TL210 | RX1R | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | No Touch display |
Samsung TL210 vs Sony RX1R Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to travel with your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Samsung TL210 comes with physical 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 RX1R has dimensions of 113mm x 65mm x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") along with a weight of 482 grams (1.06 lbs).
Look at the Samsung TL210 versus Sony RX1R in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use at that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the TL210 vs the RX1R.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TL210 and RX1R is 94 and 79 respectively.

Samsung TL210 vs Sony RX1R Sensor Comparison
Typically, its hard to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions just by looking through technical specs. The pic underneath will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the TL210 and RX1R.
As you can tell, both of those cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The TL210 having a smaller sensor is going to make shooting bokeh more challenging and the Sony RX1R will provide you with more detail having an extra 12 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos more aggressively. The more aged TL210 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.

Samsung TL210 vs Sony RX1R Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung TL210 vs Sony RX1R Specifications
Samsung TL210 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung TL210 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R |
Other name | PL150 | - |
Category | Ultracompact | Large Sensor Compact |
Released | 2010-01-06 | 2013-06-26 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 35.8 x 23.9mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 855.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 24 megapixel |
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 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 27-135mm (5.0x) | 35mm (1x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/2.0 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3.5" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 1,229k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | - | Xtra FineTFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic and Optical (optional) |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.40 m | 6.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Rear Sync, Wireless |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | - | 1/4000 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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 (60, 50, 25, 24 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30, 25 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
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 pounds) | 482g (1.06 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 113 x 65 x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 91 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 25.0 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 13.6 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 2537 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 270 photographs |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | SLB-07B | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $230 | $2,798 |