Samsung TL225 vs Sony A7S II

The following is a comprehensive overview of the Samsung TL225 versus Sony A7S II, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the TL225 (12MP) and the A7S II (12MP) is relatively comparable but the TL225 (1/2.3") and A7S II (Full frame) have different sensor sizes.

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The TL225 was revealed 7 years earlier than the A7S II which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Samsung TL225 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A7S II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the TL225 scores against the A7S II in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung TL225 & Sony Alpha A7S II. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung TL225 Gallery & Sony A7S II Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Samsung TL225 enjoys outside measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") and a weight of 187 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Sony A7S II has dimensions of 127mm x 96mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") with a weight of 627 grams (1.38 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung TL225 versus Sony A7S II in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the TL225 versus the A7S II.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TL225 and A7S II is 94 and 68 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions just by checking out specs. The image here should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the TL225 and A7S II.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras have the same megapixel count albeit different sensor dimensions. The TL225 provides the smaller sensor which should make getting shallow DOF trickier. The more aged TL225 will be behind in sensor tech.