Samsung TL225 vs Sony A7 II

On this page, we are analyzing the Samsung TL225 and Sony A7 II, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by brands Samsung and Sony. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the TL225 (12MP) and A7 II (24MP) and the TL225 (1/2.3") and A7 II (Full frame) have totally different sensor measurements.

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The TL225 was launched 6 years before the A7 II which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Samsung TL225 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A7 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going into a detailed comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the TL225 grades against the A7 II for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung TL225 and Sony Alpha A7 II. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung TL225 Gallery and Sony A7 II Gallery.

If you are going to carry around your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and dimensions. The Samsung TL225 enjoys outer dimensions of 100mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") and a weight of 187 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Sony A7 II has dimensions of 127mm x 96mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") along with a weight of 599 grams (1.32 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung TL225 and Sony A7 II in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at the time. Here is a front view size comparison of the TL225 versus the A7 II.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the TL225 and A7 II is 94 and 69 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizes only by reading through specifications. The picture underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the TL225 and A7 II.

To sum up, the two cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The TL225 because of its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower DOF tougher and the Sony A7 II will resolve extra detail utilizing its extra 12MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics more aggressively. The more aged TL225 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.