Samsung TL220 vs Sony A33

Here, we will be reviewing the Samsung TL220 vs Sony A33, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the TL220 (12MP) and the A33 (14MP) is pretty comparable but the TL220 (1/2.3") and A33 (APS-C) boast different sensor dimensions.

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The TL220 was manufactured 12 months before the A33 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Samsung TL220 being a Compact camera and the Sony A33 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before going straight to a detailed comparison, here is a quick overview of how the TL220 grades versus the A33 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung TL220 and Sony SLT-A33. The entire galleries are available at Samsung TL220 Gallery and Sony A33 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Samsung TL220 features 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) while the Sony A33 has measurements of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 500 grams (1.10 lbs).

Analyze the Samsung TL220 vs Sony A33 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have at that moment. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the TL220 vs the A33.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the TL220 and A33 is 95 and 67 respectively.

Usually, it is hard to picture the difference in sensor measurements simply by seeing specs. The graphic underneath might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the TL220 and A33.

All in all, both of those cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The TL220 because of its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF tougher and the Sony A33 will provide extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The older TL220 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.