Samsung TL220 vs Sony a1

Below, we will be reviewing the Samsung TL220 vs Sony a1, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by companies Samsung and Sony. There is a crucial difference among the resolutions of the TL220 (12MP) and a1 (50MP) and the TL220 (1/2.3") and a1 (Full frame) feature totally different sensor dimensions.

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The TL220 was released 12 years prior to the a1 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Samsung TL220 being a Compact camera and the Sony a1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight into a full comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the TL220 grades against the a1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung TL220 and Sony Alpha a1. The complete galleries are available at Samsung TL220 Gallery and Sony a1 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Samsung TL220 enjoys outside measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 169 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Sony a1 has measurements of 129mm x 97mm x 70mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") and a weight of 737 grams (1.62 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at that moment. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the TL220 and the a1.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the TL220 and a1 is 95 and 61 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to see the contrast in sensor sizes purely by going through a spec sheet. The pic here should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the TL220 and a1.

Clearly, the two cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The TL220 because of its smaller sensor will make getting shallower DOF harder and the Sony a1 will provide greater detail as a result of its extra 38 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more aged TL220 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.