Samsung TL210 vs Sony A57

In this write-up, we will be looking at the Samsung TL210 versus Sony A57, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by companies Samsung and Sony. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the TL210 (12MP) and A57 (16MP) and the TL210 (1/2.3") and A57 (APS-C) possess different sensor measurements.

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The TL210 was revealed 3 years earlier than the A57 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Samsung TL210 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A57 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the TL210 matches up versus the A57 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung TL210 and Sony SLT-A57. The full galleries are available at Samsung TL210 Gallery and Sony A57 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Samsung TL210 provides outside 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 A57 has specifications of 132mm x 98mm x 81mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.2") along with a weight of 618 grams (1.36 lbs).

Look at the Samsung TL210 versus Sony A57 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the TL210 against the A57.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the TL210 and A57 is 94 and 64 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to picture the difference between sensor measurements just by going over technical specs. The photograph below will give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the TL210 and A57.

As you have seen, both of these cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The TL210 using its tinier sensor is going to make shooting bokeh harder and the Sony A57 will deliver extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots far more aggressively. The older TL210 is going to be behind in sensor technology.