Samsung TL220 vs Sony A390

Below, we will be reviewing the Samsung TL220 versus Sony A390, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by companies Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the TL220 (12MP) and the A390 (14MP) is pretty close but the TL220 (1/2.3") and A390 (APS-C) enjoy different sensor sizes.

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The TL220 was announced 11 months before the A390 and they are of a similar generation. Both cameras come with different body type with the Samsung TL220 being a Compact camera and the Sony A390 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before going straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the TL220 matches up versus the A390 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung TL220 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A390. The whole galleries are available at Samsung TL220 Gallery and Sony A390 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera, you need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Samsung TL220 has got outside dimensions of 100mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") with a weight of 169 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Sony A390 has dimensions of 128mm x 97mm x 86mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 3.4") having a weight of 549 grams (1.21 lbs).

Examine the Samsung TL220 versus Sony A390 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose during that time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the TL220 against the A390.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TL220 and A390 is 95 and 66 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizes only by researching a spec sheet. The picture underneath may give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the TL220 and A390.

Clearly, the two cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The TL220 having a smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field more difficult and the Sony A390 will result in extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures much more aggressively. The more aged TL220 will be behind in sensor innovation.