Samsung TL210 vs Sony A35

In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Samsung TL210 vs Sony A35, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by companies Samsung and Sony. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the TL210 (12MP) and A35 (16MP) and the TL210 (1/2.3") and A35 (APS-C) come with totally different sensor size.

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The TL210 was released 20 months earlier than the A35 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. The two cameras offer different body type with the Samsung TL210 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A35 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before going through a detailed comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the TL210 grades against the A35 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung TL210 and Sony SLT-A35. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung TL210 Gallery and Sony A35 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Samsung TL210 has 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) whilst the Sony A35 has specifications of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") along with a weight of 415 grams (0.91 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung TL210 vs Sony A35 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at that moment. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the TL210 and the A35.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the TL210 and A35 is 94 and 69 respectively.

Generally, its tough to see the difference between sensor sizes just by checking a spec sheet. The pic underneath may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the TL210 and A35.

Clearly, both the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The TL210 due to its tinier sensor will make shooting shallow DOF more challenging and the Sony A35 will give you extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged TL210 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.