Samsung TL225 vs Sony A7S
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77 Imaging
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Samsung TL225 vs Sony A7S Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-124mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 187g - 100 x 60 x 19mm
- Announced August 2009
- Additionally Known as ST550
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 409600
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 489g - 127 x 94 x 48mm
- Announced April 2014
- Newer Model is Sony A7S II
Samsung TL225 vs Sony A7S Overview
On this page, we will be matching up the Samsung TL225 versus Sony A7S, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the TL225 (12MP) and the A7S (12MP) is pretty similar but the TL225 (1/2.3") and A7S (Full frame) provide different sensor size.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe TL225 was brought out 5 years prior to the A7S which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Samsung TL225 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A7S being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a brief summary of how the TL225 scores vs the A7S for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Samsung TL225 vs Sony A7S Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung TL225 and Sony Alpha A7S. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung TL225 Gallery and Sony A7S Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung TL225 over the Sony A7S
TL225 | A7S | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3.5" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A7S over the Samsung TL225
A7S | TL225 | |||
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Announced | April 2014 | August 2009 | More modern by 56 months | |
Focus manually | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen resolution | 1230k | 1152k | Clearer screen (+78k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung TL225 and Sony A7S
TL225 | A7S | |||
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Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen |
Samsung TL225 vs Sony A7S Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Samsung TL225 has got exterior dimensions of 100mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") along with a weight of 187 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Sony A7S has proportions of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 489 grams (1.08 lbs).
Analyze the Samsung TL225 versus Sony A7S in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the TL225 and the A7S.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TL225 and A7S is 94 and 77 respectively.
Samsung TL225 vs Sony A7S Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizes only by reading a spec sheet. The image here will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the TL225 and A7S.
As you can see, both the cameras provide the same megapixel count albeit different sensor sizes. The TL225 includes the tinier sensor which will make achieving shallower depth of field more challenging. The more aged TL225 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.
Samsung TL225 vs Sony A7S Screen and ViewFinder
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Samsung TL225 vs Sony A7S Specifications
Samsung TL225 | Sony Alpha A7S | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung TL225 | Sony Alpha A7S |
Also Known as | ST550 | - |
Category | Ultracompact | Pro Mirrorless |
Announced | 2009-08-13 | 2014-04-06 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 35.8 x 23.9mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 855.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4240 x 2832 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 409600 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Sony E |
Lens zoom range | 27-124mm (4.6x) | - |
Max aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | - |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | - |
Amount of lenses | - | 121 |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen size | 3.5 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 1,152 thousand dots | 1,230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.71x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.40 m | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync, Manual | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) | 3840 x 2160, XAVC S 1080 60p(50Mbps), 30p (50Mbps), 24p (50Mbps). 720 120p (50Mbps). AVCHD 60p (28Mbps), 60i (24Mbps/17Mbps), 24p (24Mbps/17Mbps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 187 gr (0.41 pounds) | 489 gr (1.08 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 100 x 60 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") | 127 x 94 x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 87 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.9 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 13.2 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 3702 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 360 shots |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | SLB-07A | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
Time lapse feature | With downloadable app | |
Storage type | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $488 | $1,998 |