Samsung TL225 vs Sony A560

Its time to look a little more in depth at the Samsung TL225 vs Sony A560, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the TL225 (12MP) and the A560 (14MP) is very comparable but the TL225 (1/2.3") and A560 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor dimensions.

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The TL225 was released 12 months before the A560 so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras feature different body design with the Samsung TL225 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A560 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the TL225 grades versus the A560 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung TL225 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A560. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung TL225 Gallery and Sony A560 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The Samsung TL225 enjoys physical 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 A560 has proportions of 137mm x 104mm x 84mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.3") along with a weight of 599 grams (1.32 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use during that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the TL225 versus the A560.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TL225 and A560 is 94 and 64 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to see the contrast in sensor measurements merely by seeing specifications. The photograph underneath should provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the TL225 and A560.

To sum up, both of these cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The TL225 because of its smaller sensor will make shooting shallow DOF more challenging and the Sony A560 will produce extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The older TL225 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.