Samsung TL225 vs Sony a3500
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Samsung TL225 vs Sony a3500 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
- Released August 2009
- Also Known as ST550
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 16000
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 411g - 128 x 91 x 85mm
- Released March 2014
- Succeeded the Sony A3000
Samsung TL225 vs Sony a3500 Overview
Here, we are comparing the Samsung TL225 and Sony a3500, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Samsung and Sony. There is a noticeable difference among the image resolutions of the TL225 (12MP) and a3500 (20MP) and the TL225 (1/2.3") and a3500 (APS-C) provide different sensor sizes.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe TL225 was manufactured 5 years before the a3500 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung TL225 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony a3500 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before getting straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple overview of how the TL225 scores versus the a3500 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Samsung TL225 vs Sony a3500 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung TL225 & Sony Alpha a3500. The entire galleries are available at Samsung TL225 Gallery & Sony a3500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung TL225 over the Sony a3500
TL225 | a3500 | |||
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Display size | 3.5" | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 1152k | 230k | Sharper display (+922k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony a3500 over the Samsung TL225
a3500 | TL225 | |||
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Released | March 2014 | August 2009 | More recent by 56 months | |
Manual focus | Dial exact focusing |
Common features in the Samsung TL225 and Sony a3500
TL225 | a3500 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen |
Samsung TL225 vs Sony a3500 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Samsung TL225 offers outer measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") along with a weight of 187 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Sony a3500 has measurements of 128mm x 91mm x 85mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 3.3") and a weight of 411 grams (0.91 lbs).
Contrast the Samsung TL225 and Sony a3500 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select at that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the TL225 vs the a3500.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the TL225 and a3500 is 94 and 69 respectively.
Samsung TL225 vs Sony a3500 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very hard to visualize the difference in sensor measurements purely by seeing specifications. The graphic underneath may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the TL225 and a3500.
Plainly, the two cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The TL225 due to its smaller sensor is going to make achieving bokeh trickier and the Sony a3500 will produce extra detail due to its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos way more aggressively. The older TL225 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Samsung TL225 vs Sony a3500 Specifications
Samsung TL225 | Sony Alpha a3500 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung TL225 | Sony Alpha a3500 |
Also referred to as | ST550 | - |
Class | Ultracompact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2009-08-13 | 2014-03-21 |
Body design | Ultracompact | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | BIONZ image |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 5456 x 3632 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 16000 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Sony E |
Lens zoom range | 27-124mm (4.6x) | - |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | - |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | - |
Amount of lenses | - | 121 |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3.5 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 1,152 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.47x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 4.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.40 m | 6.00 m (at ISO200 / 4m at ISO100) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync, Manual | Flash off, Auto flash, Fill-flash, Slow Sync., Rear Sync. |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | - | 1/160s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 187g (0.41 lb) | 411g (0.91 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 100 x 60 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") | 128 x 91 x 85mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 3.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 470 shots |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | SLB-07A | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) | Yes (2-sec. or 10-sec. delay) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal | - |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $488 | $398 |