Samsung TL225 vs Sony A350

On this page, we are analyzing the Samsung TL225 versus Sony A350, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the TL225 (12MP) and the A350 (14MP) is fairly comparable but the TL225 (1/2.3") and A350 (APS-C) boast different sensor sizes.

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The TL225 was revealed 15 months later than the A350 making them a generation apart from each other. Both cameras have different body design with the Samsung TL225 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A350 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a short summation of how the TL225 scores versus the A350 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung TL225 & Sony Alpha DSLR-A350. The full galleries are provided at Samsung TL225 Gallery & Sony A350 Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and volume. The Samsung TL225 features exterior measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 187 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Sony A350 has sizing of 131mm x 99mm x 75mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 674 grams (1.49 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the TL225 and the A350.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the TL225 and A350 is 94 and 62 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements purely by checking out specifications. The graphic underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the TL225 and A350.

To sum up, both of the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The TL225 with its smaller sensor is going to make getting bokeh more difficult and the Sony A350 will show greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images more aggressively. The younger TL225 should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.