Samsung TL220 vs Sigma fp

Its time to look a bit more closely at the Samsung TL220 versus Sigma fp, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Samsung and Sigma. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the TL220 (12MP) and fp (25MP) and the TL220 (1/2.3") and fp (Full frame) enjoy different sensor sizes.

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The TL220 was released 11 years earlier than the fp which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung TL220 being a Compact camera and the Sigma fp being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise summation of how the TL220 scores against the fp in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung TL220 & Sigma fp. The complete galleries are available at Samsung TL220 Gallery & Sigma fp Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera, you will want to think about its weight and proportions. The Samsung TL220 features outer measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") with a weight of 169 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Sigma fp has measurements of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 422 grams (0.93 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you choose at that time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the TL220 compared to the fp.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the TL220 and fp is 95 and 84 respectively.

Often, it's tough to picture the gap between sensor sizes merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The pic underneath should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the TL220 and fp.

As you can see, each of these cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The TL220 because of its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Sigma fp will offer you more detail as a result of its extra 13MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The more aged TL220 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.