Samsung TL220 vs Sony A850

In this write-up, we will be matching up the Samsung TL220 versus Sony A850, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by brands Samsung and Sony. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the TL220 (12MP) and A850 (25MP) and the TL220 (1/2.3") and A850 (Full frame) come with different sensor dimensions.

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The TL220 was unveiled 8 months earlier than the A850 so they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung TL220 being a Compact camera and the Sony A850 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before getting straight into a in depth comparison, below is a simple view of how the TL220 grades vs the A850 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung TL220 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A850. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung TL220 Gallery and Sony A850 Gallery.

If you're looking to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and volume. The Samsung TL220 offers outside measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") and a weight of 169 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Sony A850 has sizing of 156mm x 117mm x 82mm (6.1" x 4.6" x 3.2") and a weight of 895 grams (1.97 lbs).

Analyze the Samsung TL220 versus Sony A850 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select at the time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the TL220 compared to the A850.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the TL220 and A850 is 95 and 54 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to picture the difference between sensor dimensions merely by going over technical specs. The picture here might offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the TL220 and A850.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The TL220 having a tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Sony A850 will deliver more detail having an extra 13MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged TL220 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.